Rick Steves Switzerland (Rick Steves Travel Guide)

Rick Steves Switzerland is a comprehensive travel guide covering the country's major destinations and attractions. The guide includes strategic advice on maximizing time and money, rankings of top sights, and information on both well-known locations like Zürich and smaller towns such as Appenzell. The book features self-guided walking tours, detailed maps, and coverage of scenic railroad journeys including the Golden Pass, Gotthard Panorama Express, Bernina Express, Glacier Express, and Chur. It provides recommendations for dining, lodging, and relaxation, along with practical tips for connecting with local culture through activities like swimming in the Aare River or enjoying cheese fondue. Additional resources include a packing list, phrase guides in German, French, and Italian, historical context, recommended reading, and winter travel tips. The guide covers Zürich, Luzern, Central Switzerland, Bern, Murten, Avenches, Gimmelwald, the Berner Oberland, Zermatt, the Matterhorn, Appenzell, Lausanne, Château de Chillon, Montreux, Gruyères, Lugano, Pontresina, Samedan, St. Moritz, and additional destinations. At over 400 pages, it aims to provide comprehensive information while remaining portable.