There are plenty of unique attractions and experiences to do in Switzerland, too. Explore ancient castles, drive winding roads up and down mountains, and ride cable cars that offer the most jaw dropping views of nature you\u2019ll probably ever see. Go boating near large waterfalls, skiing down rolling Alpine hills, and drink the finest wines over awe-inspiring views of turquoise lakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019ve never thought to add Switzerland to your travel bucket list\u2019s top 5 places to visit, a quick Google search of images from the region will have you in a hurry to make it your next grand adventure. The only question is: When\u2019s the best time to visit Switzerland?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fresh off a long, cold, snowy winter, Switzerland\u2019s spring months\u2014March, April, and May\u2014pave the way for a return of gorgeous flower blossoms, plush meadows, scenic cow grazing, and picturesque sunny days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once you get past March\u2019s frigid temperatures, which can range from 25\u00b0 to 50\u00b0 F, April officially kickstarts Switzerland\u2019s peak season. Temperatures reach the high 50s and the weather gradually improves into the high 60s by May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Spring is a great time to get outside and hike Switzerland\u2019s most famous mountain trails, like Mount Rigi Panorama Trail, Matterhorn, and Engelberg Valley, and experience the region\u2019s thick forestry, gorgeous flower fields, waterfalls, and pictorial lakes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Considered the \u2018hottest\u2019 time of the year in Switzerland, fortunately, you won\u2019t experience sweltering heat between June and August. Rather, temperatures range between 65\u00b0 and 85\u00b0 F, and with sunset not until 9pm, it\u2019s the perfect opportunity to squeeze in more<\/em> outdoor activities throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With that, beware, summer months in Switzerland bring in the most crowds, and prices for accommodation are usually at their highest. Of course, that won\u2019t stop you from having one fantastic time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll want to go river rafting on Rhine River, explore St. Beatus cave, walk the glaciers of Aletsch, go on a cruise down Lake Lucerne, swim in Lake Geneva, and ride a thrilling alpine rollercoaster down a mountain in Churwalden. There are endless opportunities to have fun in the sun. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Switzerland\u2019s autumn months\u2014September through November\u2014start to get cooler, generally falling in the 50\u00b0 and 60\u00b0 F range, but the skies remain sunny. You\u2019ll need to cover up with a sweater or lightweight\/thick jacket and pants, and it\u2019s probably best to bring hiking boots, after all, fall in Switzerland might just be when the region looks its best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Leaves change colors, fruits ripen, and as winter slowly settles in, fog creeps over lush mountains while snowcapped peaks emerge at higher altitudes. Plus, fall receives less tourism than Switzerland\u2019s previous summer months, and with that, I\u2019d consider fall in Switzerland a photographer\u2019s paradise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll want to explore Glarus, the Moteratsch glacier, GOMS Bridge, Schilthorn Mountain, Lauterbrunnen Valley, and Jungfraujoch Station, just to name a few incredibly scenic locations for autumn photography in Switzerland. <\/p>\n\n\n\n By November, temperatures in Switzerland drop to the 40s, and while not quite yet the right time to enjoy skiing in the alps, it\u2019s a great time to explore indoor attractions like museums, chocolate factory tours, and local workshops in cities such as Geneva, Zurich, and Bern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When Switzerland is at its coldest\u2014December to February\u2014and temperatures fall into the 20s and below depending on altitude, it\u2019s the perfect time to take advantage of the region\u2019s exciting winter activities in the snow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Go skiing at a resort in Zermatt. Visit the world-famous Zurich and Basel Christmas markets. Relax in a natural hot water spring at Tamina Thermal Spa. Go ice skating in a winter resort at Davos, or enjoy a thrilling stroll over Titlis Cliff Walk, suspension bridge 3,041 metres above sea level. And my favorite, hop aboard the Bernina Express for an eight-hour scenic train ride that provides stunning views of Switzerland\u2019s snow-covered alps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The best time to visit Switzerland is from April to October. Temperatures fall between cool and lukewarm, so it\u2019s the perfect chance to explore Switzerland\u2019s jaw-dropping scenery under the sun. If you\u2019re a winter adventurist, you\u2019ll want to visit Switzerland from December to February for skiing, ice skating, and scenic views of its mountains blanketed with snow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And now, there are just two questions left to answer: Which do you prefer and when are we going? 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Spring is Perfect for Outdoor Hikes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Summer Months in Switzerland are Busy But Fun<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Switzerland May Look its Best in the Fall<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Experience Fun Winter Activities from November to February<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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So, When Should You Visit?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n