With the Swiss Travel Pass, travelling around Switzerland just became that much easier.
SPRING in Switzerland sounds like a dream come true.
With the last bits of snow melting away and the vibrant landscapes coming to life, Switzerland offers an endless array of experiences that will make your holiday unforgettable – especially if you’re spending it with your family.
Spring in Switzerland typically means warmer weather, longer days and beautiful blooming flowers, making it an ideal time for outdoor activities and exploration with your family.
Compared to the peak summer months, spring is generally less crowded, so you and your family can enjoy the numerous attractions and family activities in Switzerland with more space and less waiting.
Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventures like biking or hiking, or prefer to immerse yourself in culture, cuisine and relaxation, Switzerland has so much to offer for every traveller, young and the young at heart.
The country is also known for its plethora of family-friendly activities and attractions, with many designed specifically for children of all ages such as wildlife parks, amusement parks and interactive museums, both indoor and outdoor, making it an ideal place to bring the family.
What’s more, with the Swiss Travel Pass, travelling around Switzerland just became that much easier as you’ll be able to experience even more of the country this Spring holiday.
Good news! With the Swiss Travel Pass Spring promotion, you can get two additional free travel days when you buy an eight-days Swiss Travel Pass, from April 15 to May 14, which will be valid for travel till November 13 this year – which is the last first day of validity. You can also get an extra day for free when you purchase a four-day pass. This is an incredible offer not to be missed!
The Swiss Travel Pass offers unlimited travel via train, bus and boat, including the iconic panorama trains (with applicable seat reservation fees) and public transport in more than 90 towns and cities.
The beautiful panoramic train rides offer you a different way to experience the sights and sounds ofSwitzerland.
Children under the age of 16 travel free when they book and travel together with their parents on the Swiss Family Card. Young travellers under the age of 25 also get a 30% discount off the normal price.
The Swiss Travel Pass also allows you to visit more than 500 Swiss museums, free of charge, and the added benefit of enjoying free and discounts for access to many mountain railways and cableways in Switzerland.
With that in mind, here’s some of the things you and your family could do to make the most out of your spring holiday in Switzerland.
Grand Train Tour of Switzerland
What better way to travel around Switzerland than on its renowned panorama trains?
With 11 large lakes, five UNESCO World Heritage Sites and 1,280km of eye-catching views in between, the Grand Train Tour of Switzerland offers a unique experience to discover all the highlights and sights the country has to offer – all from the comfort of the premium panoramic train. Follow the footsteps of Roger Federer and Trevor Noah on your own exhilarating ride of a lifetime.
The Grand Train Tour of Switzerland merges the most beautiful panoramic lines into one unique route. And best of all, you can experience the entire tour with only one single ticket – the Swiss Travel Pass.
An overview of the Grand Train Tour of Switzerland map.
Spring holiday activities
You can say goodbye to the long winter months as the melting snow makes way for lush greenery, idyllic lakes, and blooming flowers.
It’s the perfect time to venture outdoors and travel through the myriad of trails and treks for quality time with your family, and enjoy the beautiful spring holiday sunshine.
As the snow melts away, the lush greenery and scenic Swiss mountain views take centre stage.
For nature lovers, you can take the Olive Tree Trail in Lugano to learn a thing or two about the history and scientific nature of olive tree growth, or walk along the shores of Lake Geneva on the Quays of Montreux, where you can admire exotic flowers and palm trees, and delight yourself with breath-taking views of the surrounding mountains.
Avid cyclists can enjoy the numerous bicycle and e-bike tours available around Lake Biel and along Geneva’s finest vineyards. Switzerland’s capital, Bern, is also the stuff of dreams for cycling enthusiasts, with plenty of hidden gems to discover. They offer the perfect family adventure around Bern’s green belt.
Chocolate experience
Well, you can’t really leave Switzerland without trying some of the world-famous Swiss chocolates, now can you?
If you’re travelling with your family, a chocolate experience in Switzerland seems like the perfect way to spend those lazy days while on holiday. One option is the Lindt Home of Chocolates in Zurich, which is a bus or boat ride away.
In the country celebrated for its chocolates, there’s endless fun activities that you and your family can enjoy for the spring season.
You can take part in interactive culinary adventures at Camille Bloch, where you can taste samples and even make your own chocolate, or learn from the master chocolatiers at Lindt Home of Chocolates, where you’ll learn how to create your own masterpieces.
If you do not want to miss out on the perfect spring getaway in Switzerland, get your Swiss Travel Pass today. The free travel days Spring promotion is a limited time offer and the only one available this year. Don’t miss the boat!
For more information on the Swiss Travel Pass and how to book for yourself and your family, visit MySwitzerland.com/SwissTravelPass
