Switzerland
Complete guide to traveling to Switzerland
4 trips
From Zermatt to Zurich
With a baby
Then with 3 children
also alone
By train and car
When I decided to explore Switzerland with a five-month-old baby, I didn’t know it would become one of my favorite countries: mountains, lakes, glaciers, medieval villages, castles…
After that first trip through the Interlaken, Bern, and Lucerne area, three more trips followed (and more to come). I have been there with my 3 young children. Switzerland is a family travel paradise, a kids-friendly country dotted with spectacular parks.
Here you have all the necessary practical information to prepare for your trip based on my experience and many tips.
You’ll find plenty of articles about Switzerland here, but I recommend starting with this general guide with all the necessary practical information: how to travel around the country, how to save money in Switzerland, essential tips… If you still have questions, you can contact me.
Explore its cities
Lucerne, the grand dame
What to see in Zurich and surroundings
BERN, THE CAPITAL OF SWITZERLAND
GENEVA, PLENTY TO SEE AND DO
Interlaken
If you are traveling to Switzerland for the first time, it is the most complete place to start. From there you will discover some of the country’s most iconic peaks, valleys, lakes, and viewpoints, but also cities. It is the perfect epicenter to fall in love with the country and to go on incredible excursions.
Lauterbrunnen
It is known as the valley of the 72 waterfalls and you have to discover it because it is crazy. Water falling everywhere, incredible hiking trails, and bucolic car-free villages protected by snowy peaks of over 4,000 meters.
Going up to Jungfraujoch
Conquer the highest train station in Europe and almost touch the more than 4,000 meters of the Jungfrau, the star of the Bernese Alps. At the top, a glacier, breathtaking views, and plenty to do await you. I’ll tell you how to go up, how much it costs, and much more so you have everything ready.
SWISS TRAVEL PASS
The best ally for getting around Switzerland and saving money
Let’s tell the truth. Switzerland has two problems. It is very expensive, and that includes its healthcare system, for which the European Health Insurance Card falls short. Its second handicap is that it doesn’t have free roaming (except for a single Spanish operator).
To help you solve both problems, you have this section.
How to have internet in Switzerland
UP TO 20% DISCOUNT ON THE BEST TRAVEL INSURANCE
Traveling with children to Switzerland
After three adventures with little ones through this country, first with a five-month-old baby and later with three very young children, I 100% recommend Switzerland for a family trip.
Switzerland is kids friendly: parks and children’s activities everywhere, themed routes and nature where they can play and burn off all their energy.
Take a look at this super complete guide with plans and tips.
Medieval essence
Gruyeres, the most beautiful village in Switzerland
Chillon Castle, how to visit it
Zermatt, 2025 guide
One of Switzerland’s most iconic landscapes is the Matterhorn, that perfect mountain that serves as a natural border with Italy.
But there is much more to discover in Zermatt and to help you do it, I’m leaving you a very complete guide with practical info, plans, and tips.
Decided to travel to Switzerland?
If I’ve already convinced you to make Heidi’s country your next holiday destination, but you need help organizing your trip, I can help you.
After traveling across the country twice, I have the necessary experience to build your route by designing the itinerary that best suits your needs, finding ideal accommodation options, planning the day-to-day with activities, and creating a personalized map for you to know how to get to each place and how long it will take.
For those traveling with little ones, I will include in your route the coolest parks and children’s activities that will make your holiday a success.
In addition, your children will receive an exclusive gift for them.
I am a mother of three children, I understand that you lack the time and energy to organize a trip that you don’t want to become yet another mental burden. I also understand that you will need plans where adults can enjoy themselves. Leave it in my hands and take advantage of that free time to do whatever you want.