Switzerland is teeming with landscapes and mystical places that you probably already know about. A country rich in mountains, lakes, greenery, and local specialties, yet we remain convinced that you have not yet fully explored the country. Well, today, the Hotel Beaulac in Neuchâtel offers you a list of 8 must-visit places in Switzerland that you absolutely must see during your stay here. Shall we begin? Happy reading to everyone.
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La Brévine (near Neuchâtel)
Immediate boarding for La Brévine, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Jura mountains near Neuchâtel. This picturesque village is often nicknamed “the Swiss Siberia.” This is where the lowest temperatures in Switzerland have been recorded. From the first steps in this preserved landscape, you can feel a unique atmosphere, as if time had stood still, to better appreciate the natural beauty that surrounds it.
If you visit in winter, its landscapes, majestically beautiful and icy, will surely delight winter sports enthusiasts. Snowshoe hikers will also find happiness in the snow-covered trails.
But La Brévine is equally magical in summer. The alpine lakes nearby invite you to swim and relax (promised, it’s not so cold in summer either). You can also take advantage of this to go hiking in the surrounding trails.
La Brévine is the first magical place in the top 8 for an adventure away from the city in the heart of the Swiss mountains!
Take the opportunity to stay in Neuchâtel nearby; the city is full of activities and typically Swiss discoveries to make.
Gotthard Pass
Especially suitable for summer trips, an excursion to the famous, historic, and extremely beautiful Gotthard Pass is necessary. This pass is also called Passo del San Gottardo in Italian.
From the Middle Ages to the construction of the railway and the motorway tunnel, it was one of the most important north-south connections through the Alps. Today, it remains one of the main communication routes through the central Alps and therefore still plays a major role in Alpine transit.
There are several routes you can choose.
We recommend not taking the tunnel or the normal pass road but rather the Tremola. This is the old paved road. This part of the road is truly unique, and we definitely recommend a trip here.
And for those traveling by camper, it is even possible to spend the night at the Gotthard Pass. And then you wake up with a fantastic view of the mountains and a beautiful mountain lake.
Bern
The city of Bern has a lot to offer. An incredible number of beautiful shops, inviting shops for shopping, very good restaurants, and on weekends, superb markets offering culinary specialties. The old town is bordered by the river Aare.
You can even swim in it in summer, and otherwise, there is also much to discover in the old town. The characteristic cellars in the old vaults of the old town, the Zeitglocke clock, and the Federal Palace are just some of the highlights of Bern’s old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that you should definitely visit.
Jungfrau region
The Jungfrau region includes many incredible destinations.
Numerous waterfalls and breathtaking mountain ranges amaze tourists here. We particularly recommend famous places like Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald. The region is also very popular for hiking and skiing. On the way to the Jungfrau region, you can drive along the beautiful Lake Thun.
This is also where the St. Beatus Caves are located, a very nice destination where there is also an impressive waterfall at the entrance.
Lugano
The beautiful city of Lugano is located in the canton of Ticino in southern Switzerland. This is the canton where Italian is spoken.
It is precisely this location that makes the city so special. The Swiss-Mediterranean cultural mix really gives you a holiday feeling. The strong Italian influences are evident in both architecture and cuisine.
The city is located on the shores of Lake Lugano, a mountain lake surrounded by mountains. You can take beautiful boat trips here, and the view is particularly beautiful above the city on Mont Bre.
Engadine
The Engadine is a high plateau located in the canton of Graubünden in Switzerland.
It is one of the highest inhabited valleys in Europe and extends for more than 80 kilometers. This valley is very beautiful, and there are beautiful old mountain villages like Guarda, the best-preserved Engadine village.
The architecture of the Engadine houses with decorative graffiti elements may surprise you!
Zurich
The city of Zurich is a global center for banking and finance and is located on the shores of Lake Zurich in northern Switzerland. We don’t need to tell you that! But Zurich is also a magical city full of charm.
The picturesque streets of the old town on both sides of the Limmat show the history of the medieval city. The city has a beautiful old town with many small shops and restaurants that invite you to stroll. And in the surrounding area, there are some destinations, like Lake Zurich, where you can also find the beautiful village of Rapperswil. But the Rhine Falls are also easily accessible by car from Zurich.
Furka Pass
Another must-visit place is the Furka Pass. The pass road dates back to Roman times and is located at about 2500 meters in the Swiss Alps.
Here you can find an ice cave at the Rhone Glacier, which is also open during the summer months. On the way to the Furka Pass, you can pass through the Grimsel Pass.
At the foot of the pass, there are also two impressive attractions, the Gelmerbahn. This is the steepest open funicular in Europe. It is advisable to reserve it online in advance, and you can also walk for free on the Handegg Falls suspension bridge.
What you should remember
As a hotel in Neuchâtel, we assume that our dear visitors would like to learn more about Switzerland. In addition to the beautiful Jura Three Lakes region where Neuchâtel is located, Switzerland offers many regions and landscapes. We hope you enjoyed discovering these 8 must-visit places.
Feel free to ask us for tips directly at the hotel reception about the must-see places in the Neuchâtel region or elsewhere in Switzerland.
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