My boyfriend has been my guide through Switzerland and decided today we'd visit the Tower of Fart…read more I know apparently how you pronouce Peilz sounds the same as the word fart. Later on I'll be reviewing the Castle of to shit. Anyways, this tower is situated near the lake and is in the city near Nestle. Yes the company is from Switzerland. Saw the building too. The tower has some kind of walk way to it, but it was closed when we got to the door. We then took a walk around the tower. There was a cave with water dripping through the top as it was raining when we were there. Also a little area full of yachts. Cute place to meander around. The museum of games is here too.

Along the twisting mountain road leading to the historic Furka pass you'll find the location where…read moreJames Bond's Aston Martin shredded the tires of Tilly Masterson's Ford Mustang. Beautiful scenery and a perfect route to take for a day excursion when you are in Andermatt.

If you're in Lucerne and looking for an unforgettable day trip, Mount Pilatus offers an experience…read morethat's hard to beat. From stunning views to exciting transportation options, this Swiss gem has it all. We were part of a guided tour group and started with a bus ride ( gathered as a group in a parking lot where a tour bus took us further from there) to the cable cars base station at Kriens. For a scenic journey up the mountain, we got into the aerial cable cars ( small ones to begin with and then the big one towards the end of the ride closer to the summit). The ride itself was a highlight, offering sweeping views of Lucerne, Lake Lucerne, and the surrounding Swiss Alps. As we ascended, we could see the landscape transform from lush green meadows to rocky, snow-dusted peaks. The ride was smooth, relaxing, and gave us plenty of opportunities to look at those breathtaking vistas. Reaching the top of Mount Pilatus at 2,132 meters was a moment of pure awe. The panoramic views are jaw-dropping and on a clear day, you can see all the way to the Jura Mountains and the Black Forest in Germany. The alpine landscape was absolutely stunning, and we found ourselves just standing there, taking it all in.The clouds were moving fast in and out though for our initial part of the trip it was pretty cloudy all the way. There are several hiking trails at the summit, ranging from easy walks to more challenging routes. We chose to stroll along some of the easier paths, which were well-maintained and offered even more incredible views of the surrounding peaks. The summit also features the "Dragon Path," which was a cool, slightly daring way to experience the mountain, with its narrow walkways and dramatic cliffside views. Few of us chose to venture in there but it definitely was worth the effort. After exploring the summit, we took a break at one of the restaurants at the top. We ate at Restaurant Bellevue where by you essentially pick a plate size and fill it up and pay by the plate and not by the weight of the contents. Costly for sure though at that height that's something that is to be expected. The view from the restaurant can be good to great depending on the moving clouds and your seating as well. There happens to be Pilatus Kulm Hotel as well that offers a cozy atmosphere and place to stay for those that choose to stay up atop the summit. For the descent, the tour package had the iconic Pilatus cogwheel train down from the summit. The journey was thrilling, with the train descending at a steep incline almost like we were riding into a postcard. The views kept changing as we moved down the mountain, from lush forests to alpine meadows and finally back to the picturesque lakeside. Once we reached the bottom, we capped off the adventure with a relaxing ferry ride back to Lucerne. Cruising across Lake Lucerne was the perfect way to wind down after a day full of adventure, with the sun reflecting off the water and the mountain peaks in the distance. It was peaceful, serene, and the perfect conclusion to an incredible day. Our trip to Mount Pilatus was nothing short of amazing. Whether you're seeking thrilling outdoor activities or simply want to take in some of the most stunning views in Switzerland, this mountain has something for everyone. The combination of cable cars, the cogwheel train, and the ferry ride made for an unforgettable experience that I highly recommend to anyone visiting Lucerne

We rode the cable car to the top then the cogwheel train (the steepest in the world) going down…read morewhile in Lucerne. The journey was incredibly scenic. At the top, Mt. Pilatus felt like something out of a postcard. There are plenty of viewing platforms, short hikes, and photo spots, all with clear signage. We enjoyed the snow at the summit. Everything was clean, safe, and very Swiss-level efficient. Going down toward Alpnachstad was quite long that my sister fell asleep, but incredible. It's not cheap, but the experience fully lives up to the price. Pro tip: go early on a clear day to avoid crowds and get the best views.

Männlichen is a mountain area known for its wide landscapes, panoramic views of the mountain peaks,…read morehiking trails, and the Royal Walk. The summit is at 2,343 meters (7,687 feet) and can be reached from both Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen via gondola. The gondola ride was not covered under the Swiss Travel Pass but it gave us a discount. We did the Royal Walk which was a 15 minute hike from the gondola station to the top. It's not as well-known as other areas and we went early so the crowds were minimal. We saw a lot of hikers scattering when we reached the station as there are a lot of trails and open spaces. When we got to the top of the Royal Walk we even saw paragliders getting ready for their descent. We enjoyed our time at the top eating our food and soaking in the views.

One of the most beautiful mountains in Switzerland…read more Several cows are up here too with their cowbells Very idyllic The royal walk is a bit of a trek so bring your walking sticks The kids park has a unique slide built like a cow and you exit out the mouth Very cool place!!

Schilthorn is the summit of the Bernese Alps in the Lauterbrunnen Valley. It stands at 2,970 meters…read moretall (9,744 feet) which means you get pretty much unobstructed views of the various mountain peaks. As you explore Lauterbrunnen you will go to the different villages, and Schilthorn is the highest and final village. Schilthorn was also one of the filming locations of On Her Majesty's Secret Service, a James Bond movie from 1969. At the summit you will see tributes to the movie and the actors' stories. There is also a rotating restaurant called Piz Gloria (the name of the restaurant in the movie that stuck) where each rotation takes about 45 minutes. The Swiss Travel Pass does not cover the ride to Schilthorn but it does give a discount. Getting up here takes some time as you have to go travel through Lauterbrunnen, Murren, and Birg. Getting off and on the cable car at each village takes longer than you think, so I would plan more time for this. Also, there's a last descent for the cable car down so don't miss that. It's a beautiful view at the top despite all the other people up there taking pictures. It's an amazing ending to the long journey that it takes to get up here.

Now here is a chance for a truly unique experience. High up in the mountains, I mean really high,…read moreis this restaurant that not only revolves, but also serves up some very good food. They offer a buffet but we instead all ordered off the menu. It looked like most people in the restaurant went with the buffet. We had trouble deciding and had turned our server away twice, and it was too long before we were able to order once we had decided. Finally we succeeded in getting a server and I was able to order their Schilthorn Platter, one of those sliced meats and some cheese boards. Loved it, love the European sliced meats. After eating while watching the slowly spinning wonderful views we took the cable car back down, that was nice.

This is a beautiful small alpine town with natural hot water springs that feed several nice baths…read more The town has many family friendly accomodations, shops and restaurants and is a great destination for winter sports at all ages. We have been here a couple times and have always had a great time.

Our favorite activity while in Zermatt. We arrived via the loop trail (Blatten via Gorner Gorge)…read morewhich put us entering from the far end. This direction of travel through made our trip all down stairs. If you enter the other way (from the entrance where you pay (5.50 each), you'll be going up a bit of short, steep stairs. Either way you choose to go the gorge is amazing. We started the trail in the morning and never met anyone until we entered the gorge, still only meeting 2 people while down in it. Highly recommend! And if you fancy a bit more of a hike we found that loop trail to be great beginning to end.

Breathtakingly beautiful ride to the top of the Schilthorn! It's a little scary at first if you…read morehave a fear of heights, but the beauty will out way the fear!

Such a great way to see Gimmelwald, Murren and the summit of the Schilthorn. When you arrive, you…read morehave the option to going to any or all of the stops. This was by far the easiest way of getting to Gimmelwald or Murren without hiking and it is the only way to the summit of the Schilthorn. The cable car takes about 6 minutes to get to Gimmelwald and about 12 to Murren. The summit is a 30 minute ride. You will need to stop at each stop and transfer to another cable car to go up higher. Buying tickets was easy and the associates speak multiple languages. We took the cable car to Murren and it was €22 round trip. We were also able to get off in Gimmelwald for a peek around the village. The staff are very friendly and each station has restrooms and are clean. The cars are a less than 20 minute drive from Interlaken on a beautiful mountain road. Try out this cable car and you won't be disappointed.

The Neuchatel Castle is now home to the Neuchatel cantonal legislative offices, the cantonal law…read morecourts (hold hearings here), and other administrative offices. Between 1st April and 30th September, the castle is open for free guided tours. Guided tours leave from the main entrance at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm on weekdays and 10am, 11am, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm on Saturdays and at 2pm, 3pm and 4pm on Sundays and public holidays. The guided tour takes you through several of the legislative and court rooms, knights room, and offices. The tour guide was extremely informative and friendly, probably one of the best tour guides I have had. The inside of the castle was definitely worth seeing. There are some beautiful art pieces and historic Neuchatel Clocks on display within some of the rooms.