8. Lake Geneva region. This area is known for cyclists and winelovers. Lake Geneva is situated on the westernmost part of Switzerland, toward the south. The lake goes from Geneve’ (Geneva, Switzerland) to Lausanne. In Lausanne, there is an Olympic museum. In the Lake Geneva region, the main language is French, and you will get a taste of French flair when visiting this area. There are nine interconnected touring routes for cyclists with over 3300 km of road and cycle paths. The area is rich in culture, with many
museums and archaelogical sites, such as the Chillon Castle. Many Roman ruins remain here.
9. Appenzellerland. This is the land home to Heidi! It lies between Lake Walen and Bad Ragaz in Northeastern Switzerland. Here you will find all sorts of walking trails and the largest Nordic fitness park in Switzerland. Big in this area is Swiss cheese and cows, just like you remember from Heidi. Cow shows are popular, and the locals enjoy dressing up in traditional costumes. A spa resort is located at Bad Ragaz.
10. Zurich. You can’t forget about the 2000 year old town rich in history. This is the city area of Switzerland, with trendy cafes, international boutiques, and the hustle and bustle of modern life. The buildings retain their historical impression, despite the advances in technology that await indoors. There are many cool shops and restaurants on the Bahnhoffstrasse (main road). At night, bars and lounges open and buzz, as
well as operas and open-air concerts. You can still hike nearby, see wildlife, and swim in the rivers in lakes like many other places in Switzerland. One cool event is to take a boat trip by steamer on Lake Zurich.
