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Top 10 Most Underrated Places to Visit in Switzerland

Wondering what the most underrated places in Switzerland are? As someone who has traveled across Switzerland for almost a decade, I’m going to share what I believe to be the most underrated cities in Switzerland.

Europe, SwitzerlandStephanie SafdieFebruary 8, 2026places in switzerland, where to go in switzerland, underrated places in switzerland, vevey, fribourg, montreux, spiez, wilderswil, bern, lucerne, lausanne, sigriswil, lugano

Where Is The Best Place to Stay in the Swiss Alps?

Wondering where the best place to stay in the Swiss Alps is? With so many places in the Swiss Alps to choose from, read more to discover my first hand experience staying in cities across Lake Thun, Brienz, and elsewhere in the Swiss Alps.

Switzerland, EuropeStephanie SafdieFebruary 1, 2026swiss alps, swiss cities, swiss trains, where to stay in the swiss alps, interlaken, brienz, spiez, thun, wilderswil, lauterbrunnen, grindelwald, top of europe, jungfrau, jungfraujoch

Is Zermatt Worth Visiting?

Wondering if Zermatt is worth visiting, especially if you don’t ski? Read more to discover my winter trip to snowy Zermatt, deciding if it’s overrated or not, and the best things to do in Zermatt for non-skiers.

Europe, SwitzerlandStephanie SafdieJanuary 10, 2026zermatt, ski towns, ski villages, is zermatt worth visiting, swiss cities, places to visit in switzerland, swtizerland

A Swiss Alps Weekend in Spiez

Looking for things to do in Spiez, Switzerland? Read more about my short weekend trip in Spiez for what to do in this Swiss Alps village.

Europe, SwitzerlandStephanie SafdieJuly 1, 2022switzerland, swiss alps, swiss trains

Your Guide to 24 Hours in Bern

Europe, SwitzerlandStephanie SafdieOctober 28, 2021bern, berne, switzerland

6 Things To Do in Lausanne

Lausanne is one of the more underrated places in Switzerland, as it’s the perfect mix of a cute city and stunning scenery. Read more to discover what to do and see in Lausanne!

Europe, SwitzerlandStephanie SafdieOctober 28, 2021lausanne, geneva, lucerne, switzerland

The Best Things to Do in Basel

Basel is known for it’s close proximity to France and Germany, but what is there to do in this Swiss City? Read more to find out how to spend a day or two in Basel!

Europe, SwitzerlandStephanie SafdieAugust 9, 2019basel, switzerland, Switzerland, muensterplaz, tingly brunnen, Dreiländereck, munster cathedral, spalentor, freie strasse, hammering man, Barfüsserplatz, botanical gardens, basel botanical gardens, rheine

5 Reasons Why Switzerland is So Great

Switzerland is one of Europe’s most underrated countries and travel destinations. Read more to discover why you shouldn’t skip Switzerland on your next trip to Europe!

Europe, SwitzerlandStephanie SafdieAugust 7, 2019switzerland, Switzerland, swiss alps, swiss trains, zurich, geneva, lucerne, basel, the alps, coop, sbb cff ffs, wilderswil

How to Spend 2 Great Days in Geneva

Geneva is the epitome of a French-Swiss getaway with elements of both countries in one city. Read more on how to spend two days in Geneva!

Europe, SwitzerlandStephanie SafdieAugust 7, 2019geneva, things to do in geneva, switzerland, st. pierre's cathedral, parc de la grande, parc de la grange, jet d'eau, reformation wall, botanical gardens, international red cross museum, united nations palace

Why You MUST See the Swiss Alps

Switzerland is an underrated country to visit in Europe, with many travelers missing out on the Swiss Alps. Read more to learn why the Swiss Alps should be on your European travel bucket list.

Europe, SwitzerlandStephanie SafdieJuly 30, 2019switzerland, lauterbrunnen, wilderswil, jungfrau, jungfraujoch, top of europe

The Top of Europe: My Jungfrau Experience

Looking to go to the “Top of Europe”, or Jungfraujoch in Switzerland? Read more to learn everything you need to know and bring before your trip to the Swiss Alps and Jungfrau.

Europe, SwitzerlandStephanie SafdieJuly 30, 2019lauterbrunnen, interlaken, wilderswil, swiss alps, top of europe, jungfrau, jungfraujoch, swizterland, swiss trains, mountains

How to Spend 24 Hours in Zurich

Zurich is a city made for business, but it’s also filled with pockets of beauty if you know where to find it. Read more to learn how to make the most of your time when in the Swiss capital.

Europe, SwitzerlandStephanie SafdieJuly 29, 2019zurich, switzerland, how to spend 24 hours in zurich, 24 hours in Zurich, ragusa, Fraumunster, opera house, Bellevue, bellevue platz

6 Reasons Why You Should Visit Lucerne

If you’re wondering if Lucerne is worth visiting, look no further – read more to learn why Luzern is one-of-a-kind Swiss city.

Europe, SwitzerlandStephanie SafdieJuly 29, 2019lucerne, mount pilatus, swiss alps, switzerland, chapel bridge