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Switzerland has one of the best railway system in the world. The system is modern, efficient and safe and known for its punctuality and good connections. With trains (including Panoramic trains), buses, trams and ships you can discover Switzerland and their natural beauties. So why not travelling by train then? It is indeed a very comfortable option […]
A valid driver’s license and valid vehicle documents entitle you to drive on the Swiss roads. These points must also be met: Speed limit on the highway: 120 km / h; Car with trailer 80 km / h, motorhomes over 3.5 t 100 km / h Town: 50 km / h, mopeds 30 km / […]
Tap water Swiss tap water – a quality product from natural resources: 80% comes from springs and groundwater, the rest from the lakes. Thanks to strict water protection laws, the water quality in the lakes is so good that you can drink directly from the lake in some places. Swiss tap water also has a […]
Tax free shopping Please find more information under the following link: https://www.myswitzerland.com/en-ch/tax-free-shopping.html
General opening hours The shops are usually open from Monday to Friday, from 9:00 to 18:30. On satuday only until 17:30.
Tip The tip is included in the price, but the staff is happy about a rounding.
Currency Please note that Switzerland remains with the Swiss franc, usually indicated as CHF. While Switzerland is not part of the European Union and thus is not obliged to convert to the Euro, many prices are nonetheless indicated in euros so that visitors may compare prices. Merchants may accept euros but are not obliged to […]
Electricity the voltage in Switzerland, as in most of Europe, is 230V/50 Hz. Switzerland uses type C (2-pin) and Type J (3-pin) plugs. (Type C 2-pin plugs also fit J sockets.) Most power sockets are designed for three pin round plugs. The standard continental type plug with two round pins, applied for many electrical travel […]