The Alps in Switzerland

When we talk about the best tourist destination for a winter skiing vacation, the Alps region in Switzerland often comes to mind, and the Alps are the highest and largest mountain range in the European continent and span across eight countries, including Italy, France and Switzerland, and the Swiss Alps region is one of the most famous destinations Skiing in the Alps, it is home to a group of the best skiing methods in the world, and tall mountain peaks like the famous Matterhorn mountain that runs on the Swiss-Italian border and rises the Swiss village of Zermatt and the Italian village of Breuil-Cervinia in the Val Tournanche Valley Tournanche).

In addition, there are many tourist villages and towns that contain a group of the finest hotels and tourist resorts, the most famous of which is the town of Zermatt in southern Switzerland, which is located near the Matterhorn mountain, St. Moritz in the canton of Graubünden and is home to the famous lake Moritz, the town of Saas-Fee in Visp County is home to Mount Alinoron.

In the summer season, you will not need sleds and climbing tools to explore the Swiss Alps, all you need is a pair of sturdy shoes and a little supplies, before you begin your journey through the mountain paths up to the Matterhorn, or walk through the mountain roads leading to the Aeger Mountain (Eiger) until reaching Heidi Trail over St. Moritz.

Here are some of the most important facts to know before visiting the Swiss Alps:

The right time to visit the Swiss Alps:

You can visit the Swiss Alps region at any time. The months of January and February are the peak of the winter tourist season, and in April and May, the number of tourists decreases and most ski resorts will close, and the peak of the summer season in the Swiss Alps region during July and August, and September is the perfect time For outdoor activities.

How to get to the Swiss Alps:

You can go there by plane, and the closest airport to the airports to the Swiss Alps is Zurich Airport, you can travel on a four-hour train journey from Zurich to the Alps, and during the trip you can enjoy the beauty of nature in the areas the train passes through and watch the high bridges, Mountain paths and glaciers, you can also travel from Zurich to the Alps by car.

Things to do in the Swiss Alps:

Visit and photograph the Matterhorn Mountain: You cannot go to the Swiss Alps without visiting the famous mountain Matterhorn whose pictures adorn the covers of fine Swiss chocolate.

Go on an expedition to Torrenthorn: If you are a fan of mountain climbing on foot, you can try climbing on foot through the difficult mountain road of Mount Turnhorn.

Camping next to Majing Lake: If you want to go for a camping trip in the Swiss Alps, you can camp by the Lake Majing and enjoy observing the stars in the evening.

Go on an excursion to Bettmersee Lake: Mountain lakes are one of the most famous tourist attractions in the Swiss Alps, and the most famous of them is Lake Bettmersee, make sure when you go there to go on an exploratory tour on foot around the lake or walk up the mountain to see the lake and the nature region that surrounds it.

Visit the Great Aletsch Glacier: You cannot appreciate the splendor of the Swiss Alps without losing the glaciers that helped form it. Fortunately, you can learn some information about the geological history of the region by visiting the Aletsch Glacier and not to mention enjoying the scenic landscape that surrounds it.

Suggested places to stay in the Swiss Alps:

Garni Testa Grigia Hotel: It is a luxury hotel located in the town of Zermatt and completely renovated in 2010.

Hotel “Kulm St Moritz”: An ancient and luxurious hotel in the town of St. Moritz dating back to 1856, the rooms of the hotel overlook stunning natural areas, and the hotel contains 5 fine restaurants.

Bristol Verbier Hotel: It is one of the magnificent hotels in Verbier and is located in the center of Verbier, near the shops, restaurants and ski lifts.

Best restaurants in the Swiss Alps:

Among the best high-end restaurants in Zermatt:

Findlerhof Restaurant: Swiss and European cuisine, especially European Central European foods, is served, and the restaurant’s menu includes many great options for vegetarians.

Restaurant “Chez Vrony”: It offers Swiss and European food, as well as vegetarian and gluten-free foods.

Restaurant “CERVO Puro”: It is well known for its Italian food, and also offers modern Swiss and European food.