Discover Switzerland with this essential travel guide, designed to help you create your own unique trip and to transport you to this beautiful country before you've even packed your case - marvel at the iconic Matterhorn, explore the fascinating art galleries and museums of Basel or stroll around the historic town of Lausanne on Lake Geneva. The DK Eyewitness Guide to Switzerland covers the must-see sights and the hidden backstreets, so you won't miss a thing.Gorgeous, all-new colour photography so you can imagine yourself thereReasons to love Switzerland- natural wonders, rural traditions and world-class skiing - what will yours be?See Switzerland from a different angle - 14 pages of fresh ideas for exploring this spectacular countryA year-long calendar of events in Switzerland gives a selection of local events and festivals for all seasonsExpert advice covers the practical stuff- get ready, get around and stay safeOver 10 detailed, colour maps help you navigate the country with easeExpert tips to make memories that last - where to snap and share the perfect photo, take in stunning views and escape the crowdsThe most authentic places to stay, eat, drink and shopEasy-to-follow walks and itineraries take you on a tour of each area, with plenty of eat and drink stops en routeHand-drawn illustrations show the inside of the must-see attractions, including the impressive Cathedrale Saint-Pierre, Bern's masterpiece-filled Kunstmuseum and the enchanting Ch teau de ChillonCovers Bern, Mittlelland; Bernese Oberland and Valais; Geneva; Western Switzerland; Northern Switzerland; Z rich; Eastern Switzerland and Graub nden; and Central Switzerland and TicinoDK Eyewitness Travel Guide Switzerland is a detailed, easy-to-use guide designed to help you create your own unique trip.About DK Eyewitness Travel- For 25 years, DK's beautifully practical Eyewitness guides have been combining inspiring ideas and expert advice with easy-to-read maps and vivid photography to inform and enrich your holiday. Now they have a stunning new look that you will love even more. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
