Cross the Alps in a cable car, cruise Lake Geneva, and tour a medieval château: with Rick Steves, Switzerland is yours! InsideRick Steves Switzerlandyou'll find:Comprehensive coveragefor spendinga week or moreexploring SwitzerlandRick's strategic adviceon how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favoritesTop sights and hidden gems,from bustling Zürich 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 fondueBeat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist trapswith Rick's candid, humorous insightThe best places to eat, sleep, and relaxover wine and Swiss chocolateSelf-guided walking toursof lively neighborhoods and mountain townsDetailed maps for exploring on the goScenic railroad journeyssuch as the Golden Pass, Gotthard Panorama Express, Bernina Express, Glacier Express, and ChurUseful resourcesincluding 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 pagesinclude everything worth seeing without weighing you downComplete, up-to-date informationon Zürich, Luzern, Central Switzerland, Bern, Murten, Avenches, Gimmelwald and the Berner Oberland, Zermatt and the Matterhorn, Appenzell, Lausanne, Château de Chillon, Montreux, Gruyères, Lugano, Pontresina, Samedan, St. Moritz, and moreMake the most of every day and every dollar withRick Steves Switzerland.