Cross the Alps in a cable car, cruise Lake Geneva, and visit a medieval ch?teau: with Rick Steves, Switzerland is yours to explore! Inside Rick Steves Switzerland you'll find:Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring SwitzerlandRick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favoritesTop sights and hidden gems, from bustling Z?rich to the cozy small-town atmosphere of AppenzellHow to connect with culture: Chat with friendly Swiss locals at a mountain retreat, swim in the alpine waters of the Aare River, and treat yourself to delicious cheese fondue Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insightThe best places to eat, sleep, and relax over wine and Swiss chocolateSelf-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and mountain townsDetailed maps for exploring on the goScenic railroad journeys such as the Golden Pass, Gotthard Panorama Express, Bernina Express, Glacier Express, and ChurUseful resources including a packing list, German, French, and Italian phrase guides, a historical overview, and recommended reading, plus tips for visiting Switzerland in the winterOver 400 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you downComplete, up-to-date information on Z?rich, Luzern, Central Switzerland, Bern, Murten, Avenches, Gimmelwald and the Berner Oberland, Zermatt and the Matterhorn, Appenzell, Lausanne, Ch?teau de Chillon, Montreux, Gruy?res, Lugano, Pontresina, Samedan, St. Moritz, and moreMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Switzerland.