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Places to Visit in Switzerland in Winter

Switzerland: the region of sapphire blue lakes and towering alpine peaks where you enjoy yourself with the classic hot chocolate. Based in Europe, Switzerland is a destination many travellers around the world wish to reach, especially Switzerland in winter.

The home to many lakes and mountains has a charm of its own when the winter arrives bringing the average temperature down to -2⁰ C. The snow makes the country look like a fairytale destination. You can experience this heaven on earth from December to February.

Having the stress of planning and arranging things on a trip might limit your experience, we at Thrillophilia remove that limit and let you fully enjoy by providing a Switzerland tour package. Switzerland, the neighbour of France, has a lot to offer and add to your experience apart from being mesmerising to your eyes.
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Essential Information About Switzerland In Winter

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What To Do In Switzerland In Winter

Switzerland in winter offers a magical experience with a variety of activities. Skiing and snowboarding in the Swiss Alps are a must, with famous resorts like Zermatt and St. Moritz providing world-class slopes and breathtaking views. Take a scenic train ride on the Glacier Express, traversing through stunning snowy landscapes and picturesque villages.

For a more relaxing experience, visit the thermal baths of Leukerbad, where you can soak in warm waters surrounded by snow-covered mountains. Explore the charming streets of Zurich and Bern, adorned with festive lights and decorations, perfect for a leisurely stroll and holiday shopping. The Montreux Noël, a must-visit place in Switzerland in winter offers vibrant Christmas markets with festive treats and crafts.

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Switzerland Weather In Winter

Switzerland's winter weather is a dream for travellers seeking snowy landscapes and outdoor adventure. From December to February, the country transforms into a winter paradise, with temperatures ranging between -2°C to 2°C. The Alps are blanketed in snow, making it an ideal destination for skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing.

Cities like Zurich and Geneva offer a magical experience with festive markets, ice skating rinks, and cosy alpine lodges. Despite the cold, Switzerland's efficient transportation ensures easy access to both urban and remote areas, allowing you to explore its pristine beauty and winter charm effortlessly.
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Why To Visit Switzerland In Winter

Winter is a great time to visit Switzerland as there are fewer tourists, making it easier to explore. The snowy mountains and clear skies create stunning scenery. You can enjoy special winter festivals and cultural events. For adventure enthusiasts, skiing, snowboarding, and wildlife viewing are perfect in the cooler weather as the fresh winter air enhances outdoor activities.

Additionally, you might find better deals on accommodations and tours since it's less crowded. Therefore, if you want a quieter and more affordable trip, winter is the best time to visit Switzerland.

Places To Visit In Switzerland In Winter

Jungfrau is the highest mountain peak in Europe and is also known as the roof of Europe for the same reason. Situated at a height of 3,466 metres above sea level, this is one of the most popular places to visit in Interlaken.

You can ride the Jungfrau line from the town and reach the Sphinx Observatory; one of the highest astronomical observatories in the world, offering spectacular views. The train station at Jungfraujoch is also the highest in entire Europe and can only be reached by a cogwheel train, making the journey a memorable one!

Highlights:

The highest train station in the entire continent 

Home to one of the world's highest astronomical observatories; Sphinx Observatory 

Ice palace with several ice sculptures 

Plenty of opportunities to go sledging, skiing and snowboarding 

Location:
Jungfraujoch, 3823 Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland

Timings:
The first train leaves Interlaken Ost at 6:35 AM and the last train leaves anytime between 16:43 to 18:43 depending on the time of the year.
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St. Moritz

Enjoy an enthralling vacation in St Moritz that is a scenic paradise for the visitors. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks, alpine forests and twenty-five crystal clear mountain lakes and glaciers, this scenic city offers an unadulterated view of nature. It is dotted with quaint villages and cobbled streets layered by crystal sheets of snow. The tall pine trees and the stone castles present imagery of living in a dreamland. St.Moritz is dotted with a number of tourist attractions that lure visitors with their magnetizing combination of unrivaled luxury and natural wizards.

It has contemporary art centers showcasing the notable work of the artists and the museums that take you into the glorious past of this town. You can also find here exclusive clubs and shopping joints for ultimate relaxation and leisure. It is home to mountain restaurants and hotels that offer an otherworldly experience. It also has the casinos where you can try your luck in card games and win huge prizes. For all those craving for solitude and enlightenment, the churches in St.Moritz should be a must-visit. This alpine town is considered to be the prime territory for the lovers of snow sports.

It has hosted the Winter Olympics twice in the past and boasts of running the oldest bobsleigh in the world. You can hike on the snowy glaciers, or you can have an unforgettable mountain biking experience on the hilly tracks here. Snowboarding, windsurfing, skiing, and paragliding are the other popular activities here. You can also take a carriage ride through the Alpine villages and have an enthralling night at the nightclubs. St.Moritz experiences pleasant weather all year around. You can primarily witness winter and summer over here. During summers, the average maximum temperature is 16 degrees Celsius, and the average minimum temperature is 3 degrees Celsius. During winters, it experiences snowfall of around 71 mm. It has around 322 sunny days in a year.

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Mount Pilatus is a tiny paradise of Lucerne in Switzerland that is considered to be the greatest hiking destination. It is composed of many beautiful peaks out of which Tomlishorn is the highest. Once you have reached Mount Pilatus and you look down, the most amazing sight awaits you- Lake Lucerne nestled right into the Swiss Alps! 

When you have reached the top, there are a plethora of things for you to do! You can gaze at the Swiss Alps from the viewpoint, or you can drop into one of the bars or restaurants scattered all over the place! You’ll also find a Dragon path at the top of Mount Pilatus where information about the hiking trails and viewing points has been mentioned.
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Lucerne

Located in the heart of Switzerland, occupying the banks of the Reuss River, the14th-century Lucerne is considered to be one of the most picturesque places in the country.

Miles of emerald-green meadows dotted with charming houses, church spires, and ancient towers edge around the sparkling Lake Lucerne with snow-capped mountains in the background. All these make Lucerne look straight out of a picture postcard making it one of the most astounding places to visit in Switzerland. The place even inspired Mark Twain and Leo Tolstoy to write about its beauty.

The city has beautifully preserved architectural relics from a lifetime ago, which lend an amazingly romantic and old-world charm to it. The Old Town area still seems to have held on to its 17th-century charm with its medieval-era buildings, red thatched-roof houses built of stone, charming town square areas, twin towers of the Hofkirche, the Lion Statue, and the 900-year-old St. Peter’s Church all dotted along cobbled streets. The area is known for its striking murals like that of Jesus turning water into wine and a meat cleaver outside an old cluster of butcher houses.

There are lovely cafes for one to enjoy decadent Swiss chocolates, coffees, and cheese and plenty of souvenir shops.  The 13th-century Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden bridge in Europe, with its flower-laden walls, art gallery-like sidewalks and astounding views of a setting sun behind the Water Tower.

You also get amazing views of the Lake and swans over the water framed by the Alps in the distance from the Chapel Bridge. There is the 17th-century Jesuit Church, famed for its gorgeous Baroque architecture and is a major landmark in Swiss history. Lucerne’s Glacier Garden is famous for its 20,000-year-old remnants like mussels & fossils from the Ice Age. 

The city is also famous for operating the world’s steepest cogwheel train up to the summit of Mount Pilatus, translating to ‘cloud-capped’, famous for mystical stories about its resident dragons and spirits. Another snowy peak that you can visit is Mount Titlis via the world’s first revolving cable car. The summit offers undulated views of the surrounding peaks, rocky crevasses, and stark glaciers. 

The summers in Lucerne are comfortable and the winters are freezing cold. The warmest month is July with temperature averaging around 24°C and January is the coldest, with temperatures plummeting to around 3°C. 

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Interlaken

Interlaken is a quintessential Swiss town that sits in the lap of the majestic Alps. The long-fabled mountains surrounding the town have welcomed visitors for over a hundred years, making Interlaken the much-visited destination that it is today. The unparalleled scenic beauty of the Swiss Alps along with its rich culture and a very quaint, small-town vibe make Interlaken a holiday-maker's paradise.

From it's azure lakes to snow-capped mountains, Interlaken has a lot to offer! The old heart of the town, its centre is dotted with buildings that date back centuries. You can walk past old hotels, quirky cafes and chocolate making workshops here. Just like the rest of Switzerland, Interlaken also has an enviable variety of cheese that you must try. As far as culture is concerned, Interlaken has loads of it, including ancient musical instruments, colourful traditional dresses and local food. If you are lucky, you will be able to have a glimpse into all of these on a walk through the town.

If you love nature and would love to go on hikes and treks on your trip to Interlaken, then you have landed at the right place. You can catch one of over 45 cable cars that leave from Interlaken and get off at a different destination, allowing you access to hundreds of trails, summits, cliff-fronts, caves, waterfalls and more! There are trails that would take you through old villages, trails that run along Lakeshores and trails that go up the mountain tops. Whether you are here to enjoy the luxurious holiday destination of the Victorians or want to get your heart pumping with some amazing adventure sports, Interlaken has everything.

You can stand at the highest point of the continent or float down rivers, you can enjoy a private spa by a lake or glide through the air. Its beautiful landscape is steeped in history, myth, and legend and you will find everything from dragons to castles and old convents here.  Interlaken has something for everyone!

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St.Gallen

St. Gallen was once, well renowned for its century-old textile houses, and was known as the embroidery capital of the world. At present one of the most famous and known places of St. Gallen is the Abbey Library in the Baroque Cathedral, housing almost 170 thousand documents that are partly written by hand and are thousands of years old. The Abbey Hall has been declared a UNESCO site since 1983. 

Location: Abbey Library of Saint Gail, St. Gallen, Switzerland 

Timings: 10:00 AM- 5:00 PM

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Arosa

Arosa is a fanatics palace if you want to get started with skiing, especially if you are a beginner. All the people interested in ice hockey are familiar with Arosa as it has the best ice hockey team which used to be one of the most successful teams in Switzerland.

They are known throughout Switzerland. Arosa is a small town in Switzerland that travellers can spend as a staycation place.

Location: Arosa, Switzerland.
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Lake Geneva

The lake shaped as one of the phases of the moon, Crescent-shaped, is the largest freshwater lake in central Europe, which is shared by France as well as Switzerland. Being one of the best places in Switzerland in winter this lake that spans over 218 km², in the foothills of Jura.

During the winter, lake Geneva becomes a gem around which multiple activities are being performed such as an amazing winter zipline tour, ice skating, and winter mountain biking.

Location: Lake Geneva, Switzerland 

Timings: 9:00 AM- 6:00 PM
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Lauterbrunnen Valley

Lauterbrunnen is a small town located in Switzerland which is known for the towering cliffs that surround it and the waterfalls being the cherry on top. All the waterfalls proceed to get collected in a valley. During winter, the place transforms into a wonderful winterland.

The place is peaceful during the winter as the crowd is relatively low during the Christmas due to people heading home. The snow-covered fairytale destination is home to breathtaking sceneries and various snow activities.

Location: Lauterbrunnen Valley, Switzerland
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Swiss Grand Canyon

The Rhine Gorge hike, famously known as The Swiss Grand Canyon, is one of the most spectacular hikes which follows the path with gorgeous views of the Rhine river flowing beside.

It's a 1.5-hour hike, a perfect place to set up a barbecue and enjoy the day. For the adrenaline junkies there you can enjoy river rafting in between these famous canyons. The beauty of the Swiss Grand Canyon makes it one of the best places to visit in Switzerland in winter.

Location: Ruinaulta, 7104 Versam, Switzerland

Timings: 24 hours

People Also Ask About Switzerland

  1. Is it worth visiting Switzerland in winter?

    Switzerland in winter looks like something out of a fairytale with its snow-capped alpine mountains and the sapphire blue lakes, and sipping Swiss hot chocolate makes it worth it. You will also find it very peaceful and less crowded as most families would be celebrating Christmas. 
  2. Is Switzerland expensive in winter?

    No, Switzerland is not necessarily expensive in winter compared to other seasons. While accommodation and certain activities like skiing might see seasonal price increases, overall costs can be managed with smart planning. Additionally, public transport is efficient and can be cost-effective.
  3. How cold is Switzerland in winter?

    Generally, the temperature ranges from -2?C to 7?C during the winters in Switzerland, of which January and February are the most severe months. Snowfall is common, especially in mountain areas, making Switzerland a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts. The cold is bearable enough to enjoy your stay.
  4. How many days are enough for Switzerland?

    Spending a certain amount of days in a country is super personal but generally speaking 7 to 10 days are more than enough for anyone to enjoy the amenities Switzerland has to offer and explore the country as well. If you wish to extend your stay, you won't regret it and will enjoy it to the fullest.
  5. Where to visit in Switzerland in winter?

    Switzerland in winter opens up a lot of options for a person to choose from, primarily it depends on the interest of an individual. For paragliding you can take a flight in Interlaken among the mountains, for a scenic journey you can travel on The Glacier Express, and some other places like Lake Geneva, the Swiss Grand Canyon, St. Mortiz, etc. For snow-related activities, you can include Zermatt and St. Mortiz. You can appreciate the charming medieval architecture and stunning lake views at Lucerne.
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Places To Visit In Switzerland
23 January 2020
Excellent
The Mount Titlis Day Tour with Cable Car was a delightful experience for me. I was traveling with my spouse. The views were gorgeous and something that I can never forget about, it was dramatically gorgeous. If you are visiting Switzerland then Mount Titlis cable car ride is a great way to spend some time in the arms of nature and enjoy a great time. I was also able to capture some really good photos of the cute little snow penguins.
10 February 2020
Excellent
The fully rotating cable car experience topped with interacting with the snow penguins makes for a really fun time to enjoy. I recommend everyone should once visit the Mount Titlis and do the Cable Car ride. And I must say that the view from the cable car was amazing.
04 November 2019
Excellent
It was great to spend such a great evening enjoying a ton of fun activities. I had a lot fun sledding and I must say that the fondue dinner was delicious. Fun and food, a great way to spend a night indeed.
10 December 2019
Anilaabh Bharadwaj Night Sledding Interlaken
Excellent
The dinner was on point, the activities were really fun and I along with my kids had a lot of fun exploring the night night sledding experience. If you are in interlaken you have to take one night out and enjoy this thrilling adventure with your family or your friends. The drinks served were also delicious.
19 September 2019
Excellent
The best fun I had at night in Switzerland was with sulwald Sledding experience at Interlaken. The activities are really organized and the guide gives thorough instruction about the details of the night. I must say that these instructions can get really boring but the guide found a way to make it really fun. I and my partner I was able to get into the action really fast with Sledging which followed dinner. All in all, I must thank Thrillophilia for making our night adventurous.
24 October 2019
Excellent
Chamonix Mont Blanc Day Tour was an amazing experience. We could visit a number of tourist attractions and sight the mesmerizing views of the white mountains. A delightful and fun filled tour indeed. Thanks to the team Thrillophilia and our guide for making it happen.
13 November 2019
Superb
The overall service was satisfactory and very cost effective at the same time.
05 October 2019
Girindra Pillai Zurich Airport Transfers
Excellent
The experience of being received at the Zurich Airport was very smooth. The car had arrived at the location on time and we had a very comfortable ride.
10 February 2020
Excellent
The place is perfect for half a day trip. It takes around 5 hours to completely enjoy every part of the museum and it is the place worth visiting. Everything about the museum is great, I mean the first thought in my head when I heard the museum was boring but the Swiss Museum Of Transport is completely opposite. There are a ton of fun activities to do and cars to admire.
28 August 2019
Superb
We took a ton of pictures and explored a number of ancient and modern transportation vehicles. Overall, a fun place to visit.

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