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1. Ballenberg Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Basel ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Bern

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4. Brienz

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5. Einsiedeln

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6. Engelberg

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7. Fribourg

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8. Geneva

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9. Golden Pass Scenic Train

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10. Solothurn

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11. Interlaken

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12. Kleine Scheidegg and Jungfroujoch

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13. Lauterbrunnen

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14. Montreux

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15. Mount Rigi

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16. Mount Titlis

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17. Stans

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18. Weggis

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19. Wimmis

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20. Murren

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21. Grimmelwald

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22. Schilthorn

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23. St. Beatus Caves

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24. Harder Kulm

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25. Mount Pilatus

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Whether you are visiting Switzerland for the first or the tenth time, Lucerne makes a great base for exploring a large part of the country.
  • Swiss rail travel is legendary, and you can reach just about all corners of the country by train from Lucerne.
  • Most visitors come to Switzerland to see the amazing mountains – must-see attractions include Mt. Pilatus, Mt. Rigi, Mt. Titlis, and Schilthorn.
  • Cities like Bern, Brienz, Geneva, and Montreux offer a great mix of beautiful surroundings and cultural activities.
  • If it’s snow you are after, make your way to Jungfraujoch, where a winter wonderland awaits you all year round.
  • History buffs should not miss a visit to the Ballenberg Museum and the historic city of Fribourg.

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