WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT SWITZERLAND? Weather, Special Events + Destinations in Each Month!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 มิ.ย. 2024
- Wondering when is the best time to visit Switzerland...? Look no further!
In this week's month-to-month guide, I'll take you through the weather, unique cultural highlights, events, and recommended destinations for every season, from January till December! From skiing in the Swiss Alps during winter, enjoying the colourful Tulip Festival and cherry blossoms in the spring, and exploring Bellinzona castles in the summer, Switzerland offers something for everyone and with my guide, you'll be able to plan your perfect trip. There's only ONE particular month I really advise against....make sure you watch till the end to find out!
Get ready to fall in love with one of the most beautiful countries in the world!
☁︎ T I M E S T A M P S ☁︎
Introduction: 0:00
January: 0:48
February: 2:12
March: 3:25
April: 5:23
May: 6:30
June: 9:30
July: 9:53
August: 10:51
September: 12:29
October: 14:16
November: 15:26
December: 16:14
☁︎ DESTINATIONS MENTIONED (Binge-watch my Grand Tour of Switzerland series!) ☁︎
January: • ZERMATT: Gornergrat VS...
February: • DAVOS-KLOSTERS, SWITZE...
March: olliechinny.com/morges-tulip-...
April: • What to do in LUCERNE,...
May: • GUIDE TO ST GALLEN AND...
June: • WHAT TO DO IN INTERLAK...
July: • 48 HOURS IN MONTREUX: ...
August: • VALAIS SWRZERLAND: Ale...
September: • GUIDE TO ST GALLEN AND...
October: • SWITZERLAND IN OCTOBER...
LAST WEEK of November: • MONTREUX CHRISTMAS MAR...
December: • CHRISTMAS IN SWITZERLA...
TOP SWITZERLAND ACTIVITIES:🇨🇭
1. Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Tour 🏔️
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2. Mount Titlis Day Tour from Zurich 🏔️
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3. Lucerne: Swiss Transport Museum 🚂
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4. Lucerne: Day Trip from Zurich with Cruise 🏞️
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5. Jungfrau Region: Paragliding Diving in Interlaken 🪂
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6. Lauterbrunnen and 72 waterfalls: E-Bike Rental 🚴♂️
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7. Rhine Falls Half-Day Tour from Zurich 🌊
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8. Zurich: City Tour, Cruise, and Lindt Home of Chocolate Visit 🏙️
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9. Bern: 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour 🐻
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10. Zermatt: Gornergrat Railway Day Trip 🚂
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11. Basel: 2-Hour Historical Walking Tour 🏛️
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12. Geneva: Chocolate Tasting Tour 🍫
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13. Lausanne: Olympic Museum Entrance Ticket 🏅
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14. Lausanne: Lavaux Vineyards Tour, Chillon Castle, Chaplin’s World 🍇
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15. Bernina Express: Full-Day Rail Tour from Milan 🚂
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Amazing video, thank you so much!!!
this was perfect ! thanks
Thanks for your information.
What a video; good presentation and very informative.❤
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Great informative video 👏👏👏❤️❤️
Glad it was helpful!
I'm so glad i moved my trip from Nov to end of Sept! Visiting Lucerne, first time to Switzerland, I can't wait! Love your vids!!!
Hope you enjoy your trip! Please support the channel with a like on this video and subscribing to the channel, it means a lot to me ❤
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Hi how was your trip in the end of sept this year ? Did it rain a lot that it disrupts activities?
Thank you for this.
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@@Olliechinny okay
Thank you! ❤
In Geneva, we have the _Escalade_ around the 11/12th December, and the _Restauration_ on the 31st (kinda of _Independace Day_ )
I find this very helpful. Thanks
New subscriber here❣️
Thank you!
Great informative video. It's good that September is your favourite month to visit Switzerland. We will be arriving on Sept 1st. Zurich,St.Moritz,Zermatt,Montreux and Lucerne are our pit stops. Including journeys on The Bernina Express,Glacier Express, Golden Pass, Jungfraujoch and Gornegrat. Thanks for all the recommendations 👍
It’s all the places that I would add for my own trip! enjoy yourselves, MAKE SURE you head to the Lavaux vineyards too when you go to Montreux!!!
@@Olliechinny it's noted thanks. Unfortunately we've only got a day and night in Montreux and the wife wants to do a cruise on Lake Geneva so fitting that in too might be a stretch,but thanks👍
@@grahamjones7070 Hey, maybe there's Lavaux wine available on the cruise ship! Give it a try! 🙂
@@markusf58 Good idea,I will look out for it.👍🍷
We will be arriving there on September 1st as well. So Excited!!
Amazing details..thanks a ton..
Would like to know whether I can have clear view of snow capped mountains while hiking in the end of may..
Please let me know which trails should we go for hiking to view the snow capped mountains while hiking?
Please advise
Khamsiah Oliver. Very useful info for our family planning to visit Switzerland soon. Weather factor is all important not like in Singapore or KL, all year round can go, here there & everywhere. Wa Lau Eh😂😅
That’s true, but it’s worth the planning to enjoy the beauty of the different four seasons!
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hi olivia, very informative video for those who are planning to visit switzerland. i am planning to visit switzerland in may - zurich-lucern-interlaken-grindelwald- jungfraujoch- lautetbrunen-zermatt- montreux-lugano.
Is it better to go 1week of may or mid may in terms of accessibility in those places and getting greenery/blossoms/ snowy mountains in the background (for picturesque part)??
Hello! I heard its quite rainy in may. Would mountain excursions be possible?
I am travelling to switzerland in September. I hope to catch lush green mountains and meadows. I hope it will be like that
How was your experience? I want to go next September.
Hi Olivia, your vids are fantastic! I'm visiting Switzerland on early October and staying for about 3.5 days in Zurich. I'm planning on visiting Grindelwald on one of those days and really want to see First. Do you think it's still ok to be able to see Grindelwald/ Interlaken and hike around that time?
Yes, autumn is one of the most beautiful times to hike in Switzerland and the weather is not too warm as well. Tip: You might want to consider heading to Oeschinensee at Kandersteg (also near Interlaken), it is one of the most gorgeous hiking spots in Switzerland.
Hello! How about the 3rd and 4th week of April? We do have a plan for between this week. What more likely the weather and what place will you recommend for the very first time.Thank you for your helpful video.😊
It would still be a bit chilly. Bern is nice for the rose garden! Also Montreux for the beautiful promenade, you might want to check out my Montreux video.
Thanks for sharing. Will there be rain in Jun?
Unlikely!
planning a visit for Switzerland. I am glad you mentioned that there won't be much snow on the Glacier Express because it's not winter, I do want to take a scenic train ride in Switzerland so looking into another option. I'd also like to see Jungfrau, First Stoos Ridge, First Cliff Walk, take a boat ride from Brent to Interlaken. I will be there for 6 nights, 7 days, so I don't have a lot of time there, but still want to make the most of it.
Any idea of the best place to be based out of . I will be using public transportation .
Grindelwald will be a good choice as a base
Great to know that september os your favourite month
I m visiting in september from 7th to 11th
Our journey will b
Zurich lucern mount titlis interlaken n st moritz
All the best! I can plan the trip for you if you like and recommend hotels, restaurants and best activities to do!
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Please let me know how is it. I am planning a trip September 2024 for my birthday🤩
Halo Olivia I've booked airtickets to Switzerland for the first time on 16 Oct to end Oct, I hope it is still good time to visit Zurich, Lucerne, Interlaken, Zermatt, Geneva, any advice/comments pls? Many thanks in advance from Singapore ☺️🫶
Hi Olivia, this is very informative and have put some of activities you recommended into my itinerary. Do you think renting a car is a good idea during the visit or just use public transportation? Plan 10-11 days to visit Zurich-Bern-Grindelwald/Interlaken-Lucerne then off to Milan.
I would always go with public transport in Switzerland.
@@Olliechinny thank you Olivia
Hello Olivia, will end November to early December be an ok time to visit?
Hi Olivia, I wished I saw your videos before even booking for my trip this year :( I am arriving on the last week of November , is there anyway to salvage my trip (since it's going to be wet and gloomy :( )? Thank you and Hello from Singapore! :D
Hi, I think the last week of November is still ok: it’s the start of the festive season so be sure to check on Montreux and Zurich Christmas markets (I made two videos on it!)
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Hi Olivia! Sadly I chanced upon your channel only after I planned a trip to Switzerland in Nov next year. (BTW I have liked and subscribed!) You mentioned nov is likely the worst period to visit due to rain and many outdoor activities are not operating. However there is short you did on what to do in nov (looks similar to oct). I am wondering if i should shift my trip to sept (at least the glacier express will be running too). I do want to see autumm colours and visit the mountains though wont be skiing nor hiking. Rain is a deal breaker and will be a shame. Will be visiting for 2 weeks. Should i shift my dates to september? (Airfare redemption availability is much lower). Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
Please do not come in November it will be such a shame. It’s much better to change ur trip to September and there are a lot more harvest activities going on, and u will def deal with less rain. The November reel I did featured the VERY RARE pockets of the month when the weather was good and also more indoor activities.if u are visiting for two weeks, half of ur time will be drenched in rain.
Got it! appreciate this key tip! Kinda like how singapore is raining everyday though the cooler climate might be a welcome for a few of us 😂. Looking fwd for your autumn packing vlog!
Hi Olivia! I love your video! Im planing to go to Switzerland at the middle of September mostly spend the time at the mountains but im not sure what clothes to pack for the trip like light jackets, Leggins, rain coat, heavy coat.
What do you suggest for the trip? Thank you ❤️
Maybe check my winter packing video and take some guidance from there! I’ll do an autumn video soon
@@Olliechinny thank you!!
hi Olivia, this video was great and was so helpful. but i do wish to ask is mid October is it still a good time to visit? worry some attraction close down and less natural view to see due to fall
Mid October is still a beautiful time and most attraction still remain open! The natural sceneries are also at its most beautiful peak due to autumn golden hues. So nothing to worry.
Our family will visit Interlaken area for 7 days this mid October too. Hopefully the weather wont let us down 😂
Hi Olivia I am visiting Switerzland in early June this year and am from Singapore. You mentioned there is no airconditioning in hotels. Does it this apply to apartments too? Will it get too warm? We are visiting lucente, interlaken and zermatt. For the mountain peaks, do we need special winter clothing?
Yes it applies to apartments too, check if they have fans provided instead. Please watch and refer to my spring guide for packing, although I mentioned it was for March-May but early June applies too
Thanks for the super informative video Olivia! Can I ask if Switzerland is generally as safe as Singapore for a solo female traveller? My impression was that it is, but just thought to get your thoughts. Am thinking to go in Feb next year. Thanks!
It is extremely safe, you have no cause for worry.
@@Olliechinny Thanks so much for your kind reply! 🙏 Have a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! 🥳
Umm Mam Is It really good To visit at october Would i’d be able to se greenery?
6:44 thank you for a very informative video. Is it still possible to see snow if we visit Zermatt?
Not at the moment. For snow I think Jungfraujoch (there is the snow fun area where u fan still do snowtubing, sledding etc now even in summer) and the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise will be a better idea.
@@Olliechinny thank you for replying to my query. I am planning to visit late May or early June. Is it viable to stay in Interlaken or Lucerne if I will be visiting Geneva & Zermatt?
Hi Olivia, so happy to found a fellow singaporean channel! I will be staying in Interlaken for 5 nights in last week of September 24. I am a very aircon person and is really difficult to have a apartment with aircon. My question is, is aircon necessary during that period? Will I survive without ac at night? Appreciate your advice, thanks ahead 😊
It’s not necessary, it’s pretty chilly in September actually and u will
Be fine just airing the room with the windows open.
Thanks so much for your reply, such a relief to know that 😅
Hey, I am travelling to Lucerne in the first week of April. Will mount titlis and mount pilatus be open? And do you have any recommendations where should we stay and what should we visit?
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Hi Olivia, we will head for Switzerland 1 week in early June. Can you advice us 6 adult to see sight , and hiking. Also can you advice us travel company to see other countries in another week. Thanks for your video.
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Hi Olivia- I am planning to visit end of January. Do you think 3 days are enough ?
No! If it’s three days u might as well not visit 😅😂
Hi Olivia, i an Singaporean solo traveller to Switzerland from 9 to 18 sept. May i know where to buy Swiss Travel Pass and data for my phone ( not compatible to esim ) while in Switzerland. Also what to pack ( will be hiking , and want to see glaciers ) . Thks
You can buy the Swiss Travel Pass via my link here: m.kkday.com/en/product/2524-swiss-travel-pass?cid=13776
For data sim card, buy it directly at the airport. Salt and Sunrise are the most used local carriers.
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Hi,
I've been planning to go to Switzerland for 3 days in late September. In your opinion, should I stay in zurich as a base? Is 3 days enough? If so, what is the best itinerary for visiting?
Three days is quite short. However zurich is not bad for a base.
Rheinfall
Lindt Home of Chocolate
Höllgrotten caves
Wägitalersee
Liechtenstein
Fälensee
Stiftsbibliothek St.Gallen
Maybe you can go 5 lake hike in Pizol
We are going in June!!! 😍
Can we bring canned food in? 😝… heard that Sun the shops are closed 😅
Yes you can! And it’s true that shops are closed on Sundays. Check my top mistakes tourist make in Switzerland vlog! :)
Hi, we are traveling with my family next year last week of February to 1st week of March would you recommend this? Thank you Olivia😊
Yes, definitely
Hi, i am also travelling in feb ending & march starting. Any recommendations? What is temperature? Is it bearable?
We are going on 28 april. Is this good time to see greenery and sunny days in interlaken?
The weather should be fine by end apr! But expect light showers, keep an umbrella on standby
I am planning my trip to Switzerland in mid October for 8 days starting from 13th October… Do you think it’s a good idea? Also I wish to visit Mount Jungfrau and Mount Titlis so will it be worth it visiting in October 2023
How was it in Oct?
Lots of useful info but havent got about good accomodation budget.
8 days, 3 married couple (6), 3 Bases
Lucerne (2 nights Hotel) (Breakfast)
Meringer (4 nights flat) for BO valley
Zermatt (1 night Hotel)
Total $4500 (£3600)
Is it expensive? Or better get only 1 base airbnb for 8 days for $3200 (£2500) ? And if so, where would be the good base based on above places?
It’s not expensive considering it’s for 3 couples and over 7 days. Each couple is only paying £1200 which averages out to £85 per day per person.
If you only get one base: for the places u appear to be visiting I think u will end up doing very long daytrips and wasting ur time on transportation back and forth (Lucerne to Zermatt is very far by the way) so not advised.
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Hi, we're planning to visit Switzerland in first week of December. Do you think the ones closed during November are already opened during this time? 😊
Not a good time to visit first week of December as certain mountain attractions are still closed.
What will be the temperature in Grindelwald, Murren, Lauterbrunnen, Wengen, Mount Titlis in September ? Any idea ?
Please use the temperatures I mentioned in the video as a general guideline. If you need specific weather information, you can check on meteo suisse
Is April right time to visit if we want to see Lush green valleys as well as do snow activities.. Me and my wife would be visiting on 14th to 22nd April
Unfortunately it’s not a very good time for both! Winter activities end by Easter Sunday (next week) for most mountains which then close for maintenance, unless you go to mountains with year round snowing like Zermatt, Saas Fee etc. as for lush green valleys, since this is transition season, the trees are still growing. I feel that May would be a better time.
@@Olliechinny By snow activities I mean Cable cars, skiing that generally happen on Mt Titlis.... And in some videos we saw lush green valleys in Interlaken, Lucerne and grindelwald.though i understand it's less green compared to June and July... unfortunately our tickets are booked now.. we want to try to get maximum of whatever we can do ...
I expect to see greeny things in Lauterburner in April
Hi, i'm planning to go to Switzerland in June 2024.. i heard June weather is still cold (around 20⁰C), but the view is so amazing and clear.. how about that? Is that right? 😃
June is a good time to go, not too hot! 20 degrees is fine no?
@@Olliechinny owh okay, that's perfect 😍. 20⁰ C it's fine by me. Thanks for the advice 😁
We will going end of September, is trench coat ok or should we bring puffer and wool coats?
a trench coat is still okay for end september but you might want to bring scarves and knits to keep yourself warm
I am planning to visit Swiss in October from 20th to 31st Oct, do you think it’s a good idea?
VERY good idea!
When do all the Xmas markets start in December?need some help here
Please check my Christmas markets videos
Hi what do you think about torgon in August?
torgon? is this a spelling mistake because i have never heard of this
@@Olliechinny Torgon is a village in Vionnaz.
I’m going to be in Switzerland from 28 April - May 13, is it still okay to wear trench coats?
Yes you can (in the cities) but not if you are heading into the mountains. You will still need a thicker coat for that.
I am planning to come to Switzerland with my parents in September. My father has asthma. So I was wondering is it very cold in September ? Any advice will be appreciated
It is only mildly cold in September in Switzerland, around 12-18 degrees. It should be fine!
Hi, did you go to Switzerland in Sept this year? Was the weather fine? I had the same concern as yours too and planning to visit in Sept next year
@@aireenfitra7562 yes we went in September. The weather was warm which was strange as I expected cloudy and cold weather. Perfect weather you can say. Not too hot like June July Aug but moderate
You will enjoy the weather I guarantee you. We were in Swiss upto 24th September. But make sure that you don't go in October since the weather will be different and daylight will also be less per day
Hello, april to may is it good to visit switzerland?
Yes, springtime is especially beautiful!
Just wanted to know i bought swiss travel passs and i want to make reservation on bernina express
How much is the reservation?? Is it free???
It is not free. You need to pay for the seat reservation! But your ticket is free since u alr have the STP.
How would the weather be like in the last 2 weeks of October? Thanks!
It won’t be snowing but starting to get cold, u will need a coat :)
Hi, I’m from Mendrisio and I DO NOT RECOMMEND visiting Ticino during August, on the average week you get five days of hell (35-40 degrees Celsius) and two of hail…
If you plan to visiting Switzerland including Ticino, the best months are May, June and September.
Also if you visit Ticino don’t sleep over the Mendrisio area (Mendrisiotto) and check the two best Mountain Views over the Lake Lugano gulf of Monte San Giorgio and Monte Generoso.
The local wine production and gastronomy are also well renowned in the country. 😉
I did my trip to Ticino in August two years back and the weather was perfect, hence my suggestion but of course we should trust your local advice!
I am heading back this year and will definitely cover the Mendrisio area! Thank you 🙏
The temperature in northern Ticino is way better in August, from north and south of Monte Ceneri can vary a lot but anyway if you spend a couple of day alongside a lake should be fine everywhere.
Also medium and small towns turn into ghost towns cause people go elsewhere so it’s really quiet. 👍
So can still one do paragliding during September
Yes!
Will there be snow during September ?
Not in the cities, but higher up in mountains eg Jungfraujoch there will be snow all year round
i am sad, planning to go mid-end November
Im so sorry to hear that but mid November is just not a good idea! Perhaps try nearing the last week of nov to early December, at least there will be some festive lights and Christmas markets by then!
Wow u looks so beautiful today
Thank you 😊
When you have money, LOL 😂
Hi Olivia, I tried to email you but it it got bounced back. Would you mind to advise your email address or way to reach you? Thanks
Hi, please drop me an email at chinylolivia@gmail.com or dm me directly on ig @olliechinny!
If there is no glacier to be seen in May, I suggest the Swiss tourist board change the name of the Glacier Express.🫨