WHEN SHOULD I VISIT SWITZERLAND? A month-by-month review: Weather? Closures? Skiing?!
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- Planning a trip to Switzerland? Don’t miss this video. We’ll review Switzerland month by month so you can BE PREPARED for your trip and figure out what the best time to visit Switzerland is - for YOU. We’ll cover those burning questions: how’s the weather in Switzerland? Can I go skiing? What activities are closed?
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Bienvenue & Willkommen! We are Lex & Louis - and together we are The Traveling Swiss. We're an international couple (USA + Switzerland) who have recently moved from NYC to Switzerland. Come travel with us - we'll give you tips and guides, and hopefully have a few laughs along the way. Our goal is to show you that borders are meant to be crossed!
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I've been working through your videos over the last 2 days, I've been to Zurich before but going to Interlaken in 4 weeks time and your videos have been so helpful. Good to see that a new video has just dropped, look forward to hearing your thoughts on October when the video progresses!
Visiting this weekend! From Malaysia. Been watching your videos for a few months. Thanks so much for the tips, looking forward to enjoying my time there!
Thank you for doing this. I always wonder about the weather. 🧀 Thanks!
This was very helpful. Thank you!
love the topic! congrat on the channel!
We’re planning to visit Switzerland on December. Can’t wait to spend our Christmas in your beautiful country😊
Thank you so much.this is very helpful🤗
Great info on when to visit Switzerland.
We have just returned from a two weeks vacation in Switzerland and the weather was perfect. We had Lucerne as base for visits to Rigi, Pilatus, Titlis, Stanserhorn, Stoos (26 august-2 sept) then Grindelwald for visits to Grindelwald First, Schilthorn, Jungfraujoch, Lauterbrunnen, Wengen, Murren (3 sept-9 sept) and Zurich (10-11sept). Every morning we checked the local weather websites and the webcams showing our desired destination. Even if there were clouds up on the mountains, they moved very quickly (10-20 minutes). My general advice to anyone going to Switzerland is to research and plan thoroughly beforehand. A vacation in a mountain destination where you have a maze of gondolas, funiculars, trains, cable cars and boats requires more planning and research then a simple city trip, in my view. Skipping this research step may result not only in a less satisfied experience but also in increased costs, in a quite expensive destination as Switzerland. Thank you Alexis and Louis for your videos, they were extremely helpful for our research. We will definitely return to Switzerland and in the meantime we will keep watching your videos and dreaming of our next visit.
Just spent 4 days in Switzerland during the last week of August (2022) and it was great. Sunny Weather, got to swim in Lake Zurich. A friend in Zurich gave us a good tour of the city and that was big plus.
We tried Kunh Bakery by Albisriederplatz which we enjoyed for a quick and affordable breakfast.
Also visited Luzern, Bern, Thun, Schwarzsee and passed by some small towns which I enjoy because is the 'Path less traveled'. I have to say regional train service is a bit pricey (Swiss Francs) but efficient and on time.
I watched several of your videos before traveling there and many of your tips are very good. I'd recommend doing a review on the smaller towns of Switzerland which there are many to discover and are away from the most popular areas; but that's what I like, to find those trails that even the locals don't visit often. 🙂
To close the Trip we took the EuroCity 313 train that goes to Milan via the Gotthard Tunnel. It was fantastic. Next time I visit I want to explore the Geneva area.
the best Swiss guides around
We will be there this coming dec 22 to 27🙏thanks for this very informative video!
Will be there in 9 days!! so so excited!!
Thank you for this helpful video 🤍🤍🤍
Glad it was helpful!
Hi Alexis and Louis! I love watching your videos on Switzerland! I can't wait to visit your beautiful country. Just a tad sad that we'll be there during the lull season in November T_T Was quite bumped when I found out that the Glacier Express is not available during that period.
Very helpful!!
Very informative 🤗🎉❤️planning October / November
Thanks for all of your help! We have planned holiday early 2022 October and we joke about seeing you in the street - LOL. Cheers from LaLa Land, California.
So informative 👍✨🙏✨❤️
Hi thanks for the video . I’ll be arriving in late Oct and early nov
I would like to visit in the summer. Nice video
hi yall
amazing!! we hope you have a great time in Switzerland!
@@TheTravelingSwiss 🥺🥺 thank you!! We for sure will have a great time! Mostly spending it in Grindelwald. Hoping we have good weather for the top of Europe 😁
Thankyou for making useful videos . Lots of love from India ❤️
Great video
I really like your top 10 video. I would love to see Switzerland one day. That is so cool to know. LIKE 178. 👍👍👍👍
So excited, gonna do business trip to Switzerland this September
How was the weather in September?
I went hiking May 30 - June 2 this year and it was perfect! Gorgeous sunny mornings and zero crowds at Matterhorn, Oeschinensee, and Grindelwald. Some days cloudy in the afternoon but thats when we relaxed at the spas after hiking and they were very cheap :)
Hi Alexis and Louis! Thanks so much for this, my husband and I are travelling to Switzerland this coming Nov 🥲 it’s our first time to Europe so we didn’t know which month was best but also due to our work schedule.. it does sounds abit disheartening! Especially since this is our honeymoon too because of covid the last two years. Would appreciate your tips and more detailed guide on things we can do in Nov despite the Low season? Thanks so much again and love the effort you guys put into sharing all the info!
@@gr_br I see! any particular places to recommend? :)
@@gr_br Thank you so much for your lovely reply! We feel slightly encouraged now and are looking forward to more intimate days without the crowds. You mentioned about cheese? Where’s the best place for that? 😄 Gimmelwald is definitely on our bucket list too, what are your recommendations there, for sights and accommodations? We noticed some of the hostels are closed in November.
Thanks for the links you’ve provided! Will check them out for sure :) hope you enjoy your trip next year as well!
Very nice video
great info guys! I'm targeting a trip for Summer 2023, either late June-early July or early Sep. Leaning towards Sep., as you put it less crowds but still great weather!
it's one of our favorite times of year for sure! low crowds, great weather
We went in September 2019. The weather was fantastic!
@@phoenixmassey im planning to visits switz next year in sept or early october. Is it okay? I am trying to avoid rainy days since we just had enough rain here in asia 🥲🥲
We were just there for 2 weeks in the second half of September. The weather was absolutely perfect! I don’t think we could have picked a better time to go. It did rain several times, but never lasted very long. The weather changes really quickly there, from rain to sun and back again! We had the most amazing time there, and I’m already dreaming of going back.
Hi Alexis and Louis🤗. I have been enjoying your videos about the beautiful Switzerland, it’s all helpful and full of significant information. Thank you!
I am planning to visit there soon. What will be the recommended internet/data connection to purchase for the tourists while traveling in Switzerland?
Hi guys! We will be there in January. We are so excited. We we’re supposed to be there March 2020 but covid strike so it was cancelled.☹️ Love all your videos!
January is a great time of year, the mountains will be beautiful with all of the snow! Enjoy!!!
I have a tripped planned mid October to try and get some fall foliage pics!
Good idea, Id recommend the engadine valley for this!
I visited at the end of October and had sooo much rain :( wish I saw this video first lol
We will be flying in on May 1st to Zurich with our travel group. We do have 1st class seats for the Glacier Express. Loved that video.
Thank you! Have a great trip and enjoy the ride!
Make sure you have reserved your seat reservations for the Glacier Express.
@@TheTravelingSwiss The travel company has done it.
Thank you both for these awesome videos. My family and I will be spending New Years And first week of January over there. I was wondering where you recommended the best overall experience to spend New Years Eve. And second question are there any closures the first week of January ? Thank you
During the winter month, you may have _thermometer inversion_ ( _stratus_ ) on the Plateau. It may be quite depressing as the sunshine above the cloud (800-1200 m) and it's cold, humid and dull under. Last year we had this phenomenon for 6 weeks around October/November.
Thanks for the month to month weather info. I will be visiting Basel the 1st week of October. Is it still warm? Light or heavy jackets? Can you do a video on best places to eat and shop for chocolates and souvenirs. Thank you!
Nice guide. Helpful for I plan to go to switzerland in different seasons. I'll start with this October trip with some friends. Sooo excited after 3 years of not travelling. Keep going guys! Please can you make a comprehensive guide on grocery prices in switzerland coz I would stay in an apartment and cook.
How it was in October?
It was so fantastic that I went again in october last year.
Thank you. Darn. I am not a foodie and November is the month.
Alexis and Louis, thank you for your videos! They are as useful as they are entertaining. My wife and I have already made plans to spend the month of April next year. We reserved a place in Villeneuve for the entire month. In addition we'll be staying in Spiez during the third week. I really want to visit Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald, Murren during that week. You said some things about rail closures during April. Do you think this will be a big problem for us? Also, I am trying to decide whether a Swissrail Pass or a half-fare pass would be best for us. I owe you a cup of coffee, at least. How can I do that? Mike
Hi there! Half fare pass would be perfect since you’re here for a month. You can buy that card here: www.sbb.ch/en/leisure-holidays/inspiration/international-guests/swiss-halffare-card.html
The harderkulm will be open in Interlaken (from mid April), jungfraujoch is open all year, etc. You’ll be able to access all of those villages as well. You may have some specific mountain gondola/ railway closures, but those tend to start opening back up in mid April. Enjoy your travels!
September gang!!!
I’ve been to Switzerland (mostly for work) more than 150 times and during every month many times.
I avoid June 15 through August 15; due to hot weather and summer family vacation travelers.
All other times are perfect.
Hey Thanks
How about October?
Is closed in October like trains, cable cars and Gondolas?
Love your videos. We're planning on visiting the Zurich area in about 2 weeks. The weather forecast shows rain every single day for almost 2 weeks. Is this normal?
Very nice video. We are planning to come from 21st to 27th October and want to see snow atleast on the top of the mountains and views from there. This year's heat wave had been very bad for the glaciers so is it true guys that we won't get to see good snow if we visit that time ?
Also is that time usually a lot rainy or bad time to come ?
Heading over in one day and 22 hours, but who’s counting? :) :) :). Have traveled there in May, June, July, & August. My first visit in September. Agree, MeteoSwiss is THE weather app to use.
Hello Alexis and Louis . Great info. Kindly guide how is weather this year now. Visiting may 19 to 27 so what can we expect this year. Kindly guide regarding current situation and is it possible for visiting griendelwald and murren and any view can we expect around these regions
Will be there this nov 🥲
Same here! :’) would you like to share itinerary and plans? See what’s still good to explore?
If I’m just visiting Zurich and some of the mountains (to look at snow and not skiing), would March be ok to visit with less rain? I heard you mentioned April have more rain?
Hello there! I have been watching your videos before and more now since we are going to Interlaken/Grindewald this last week of September. Only there for 3 full days so we will forego going to the top of Europe so we can visit other places like Lauterbrunnen/Wengen, etc. What is your advise with regards to travel passes? We are coming from Zurich airport. Many thanks
Thank you for the very informative video. We will be traveling to Switzerland from 23 april - 5 may next year and within this 2 weeks, we are planning to be in Grindelwald and Zermatt for a week. Will hiking be possible around here during that time period? In the video you mentioned expect rain, which we can deal with, but im more worried about ice and snow
How was your April trip? We are planning April this year.
This was really interesting. If you had to rank top 3 months to visit? 1. July 2. February 3. December?
Hi, thanks for this video. We are visiting Mount Pilatus and Grindelwald next week! Of course we are super excited, however we are concerned about the weather forecast on the phone apps. It looks like there’s rain almost everyday. Based on your experience as travellers and as Swiss locals, how much do you think we can rely on those weather apps on smartphones? Do you know an app / website that gives accurate weather information in Switzerland? Thanks so much! Cheers, Alice
Hi there! Weather changes really quickly - especially in the mountains, so don’t let that rain icon scare you - it usually passed quickly. Meteosuisse will usually be the most accurate for weather in Switzerland!
@@TheTravelingSwiss That’s very reassuring. We’ll keep our fingers crossed and hope for the best. Please keep sharing more contents on Switzerland. I really enjoy watching your videos and great tips! Thanks.
Hello, my cousin is coming in the mid of October. Usually the weather is fine then. But THIS year it's much sooner cold than usually.. and the first snow fall on the alps already happened once. Currently it is just 1 - 3 Degree on the mountains.. At the moment it is rainy, clowdy, fogged and ugly...
me watching this with my trip coming up in November 😭
Im trying to see both snow in the alpines like st moritz and the Matterhorn but see spring greens and flowers bettered Zurich and Zermatt. Is there any month that achieves this?
I'm traveling in November 2022 (first week precisely), where would you recommend us to see the colours, if any? And what activities can be possible during that time?
Hey, nice to see you both with new video and it’s really helpful. We are visiting Zurich and Grindelwald around third week of the this September, and look like raining all over the Switzerland. We are traveling with toddler baby 14 months old, do you think it’s okay to bring with her in top of the mountain like top of the Europe or other mountains as well? I’m really worried about high altitude during that time as well foggy weather…hopefully getting some useful advice from you guys…thanks
Hi there! We asked our pediatrician about the altitude before taking our daughter, and she advised us based on her age - I would recommend checking with yours as well, she’s older than our daughter
@@TheTravelingSwiss
Thanks for quick reply and I will definitely check with her pediatrician. Btw, I know it’s a personal question, you don’t have to answer if you are not comfortable, did you brought your daughter high in mountains? Thanks
Planning to go to the bernese alps in august next year, thikining of late august so it wont be that touristy and hopefully not rainy
Coming this April!! Chur, Zaematt, Brig, basel and Zurich. Any advice? Love your channel.
How was your April trip? Planning for first week of April this year.
@russellgreene8310 it was in the 40's to 60's farenheit. It was sunny some days and rainy/drizzly on others. The days in the Alps always had snow. You will need a heavy coat up on thevski slopes.
My wife and i are planning to visit Lucerne and Lauterbrunnen (going up to Grindelwald and Jungfraujoch) in late october. What should we expect in terms of the weather? Should we prepare thick winter clothing for Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald or Jungfraujocch?
Hi Louis and Alexis.. I am going in April.. How to check whether the gondola is in operation or not.. Thanks
Hi Alexis and Louis! We are planning our first trip to Switzerland in October from 25th Oct to 31st Oct 2023. We are very confused seeing the information available that it will ve foggy. Also glacier 3000 website shows it's not closed. What's ur suggestion? If it's not suggested we have a alternate plan for France. Waiting for ur suggestion
not a fan of skiing but ill be there on feb will there still be lots of sites to see and visit even if its snowing? besides the alps
Hi nice video
We are planning to visit Swiss on month of march 1st week
How was the weather ??
Hi alexis and louis , we are going to Switzerland on dec 22-28 or 29. What activities can you suggest to us? Thanks
Hello I live in Texas.We want to come during December for the snow and Christmas markets.Where in Switzerland are the best Christmas markets?..thanks
Im planning to visit there next year in sept or early oct(autumn season) Is it okay?
Hopefully not that much of raining because we just have enough rain here in asia 🥲🥲
We’re arriving in Zurich this coming Saturday and are also concerned with the amount of rain forecast by The Weather Channel through Sept 18. AccuWeather’s forecast, which I believe follows the a Euro model a bit more, is a little drier. Swiss Meteo is typically Swiss-conservative and only forecasts six days ahead. All of that said, maybe you guys can post an emergency episode titled, ‘What to do in Switzerland When It’s Raining and the Great Views Are Hiding’ 😁
So what did you do during the rain, if you experienced any that is?
@@drstrange1971 We actually experienced very good weather on all but 2 days. Despite, the rain, we dressed appropriately and continued to hike and explore town centers.
Hey Lex & Louis .. Thanks for the wonderful video once again. I have a question,
Could you please provide information regarding the jobs for IT professionals in Switzerland for Non- EU professionals (Masters from Germany).. As far as I know I still be considered as a third country national but how easy it is to migrate to swiss B- Permit .. If possible could you provide companies (excluding Google, apple, UBS, Apple )which sponsor visa for Non - EU (Masters from Germany).
Thanks alot for the wonderful information
Hi, i’m planning to travel solo to city area in november. Would it be better to stay at a hotel or a hostel or an airbnb?🤗
I will do 3 weeks in November... planning now and trying to modify schedule I find closures
Hi !
We are planning to travel to Switzerland from 26 Oct to 2 nd Nov . Will we get to enjoy mountain titlis? Mount Jungfrau rope way ? Will the days be too short ?
Pls help
For a trip to Wengen would you prefer late June or late August?
Hi,I from Australia visiting Switzerland 6th October only for 4/5 days.Point of interest interlaken region .I am staying in Lauterbrunen.please suggest me should I buy any train pass!!! And how long it will take to go by train from Zurich to Lauterbrunen!!!Your advise will be highly appreciated if you suggest us what should we do in 4 days !!!
Which months are good for snow sledding...
Just wonder if its possible to hike during dec?
Hi planning to travel in the month of July. Should book buses and trains also in advance. I am not going through agent
Accommodations: what are choices. Hotels 4 stars or Airbnb?
I’m going to Basel first weekend of October will the temperature still be warm enough during that day to wear a t shirt?
Can I see snow capped mountains from trains and lakes in September or all the snow would have melted? Would June be a better month in that case?
I’m travelling from 25 Nov to mid Dec. Hope that I can still enjoy some places in end Nov. I’m starting from Lucerne.
Hi, I was in Zurich and Geneva mid November last year and it was beautiful! Also, you should see the Christmas lights as well. Hope that’s reassuring!
Hello we will be in Switzerland in last week of November this year.. Same as you were last year.. How was it?.. We will be in Zurich Lucerne interlaken.. Please let me know
Are the mountain coasters still open if it rains?
Me and my wife are travelling end of march, for around 5 days. Actually we were considering visiting the different mountains but didnt know it might still be very cold during those months. Was hoping to see nice views of the mountains and nice areas within the city. Would you have recommended IT for these period ?
March can have very warm sunny days in the mountains. When I say warm, I mean 7-10C but with direct sunshine in the mountain that can feel much warmer. Still need coats and hats however
Study: May, June, July, August, September, beginning half october
My wife and I will be traveling from December 18 to Jan 2
I'd like to know if the cheese in switzerland is made of animal or vegetable rennet. I would love to bring back some as souvenirs for friends and families.
Planning to visit Switzerland in 1st week of December, would it be an ideal time to visit? What would be the weather like? Will everything, including activities be open? Any more suggestions.
Visiting october 9-23 and I can not wait! We literally made a reservation at Chez Vrony in Zermatt for their very last day of the season 🤣 Hoping for decent weather while visiting
amazing planning! hope you have a blast
I need to organize a trip for a family of 4.
I don't know where to start, too many things to retain.
can you please help me ?
Thank you
Coming to CH in October, between 13-19. Hope its nice
How was it?
@@anupalsharma Perfect weather, honestly. Mostly green with some foliage beginning to turn colors. Loved it
We are scheduled to visit December, any tips? 😊
we have a winter in Switzerland playlist! That should give you a few good ideas. Definitely check out the christmas markets across switzerland
We are planning to visit in October 26-Nov 6. You mentioned the scenic trains and gondolas are close during this time and our main purpose of this visit is to see the alps. Is it worth it to go during this time? Any advice/recommendations? Thank you!
Not all of them close, for example the Jungraujoch is always open, and already being in an alpine region allows you to hike around and experience the alps fully!
@@louistheodorebourgeois1182 thank you!😃👍
What attractions are closed in November? Top of Europe closed in November?
Will be there from 6th to 13th October
How cold is it ? What should I pack up ? Warm clothes ?
In the cities itll be around 10-15°celcius in the day and around 5 at night. In the mountains it can get really cold and snowy depending on the altitute and weather
I’m coming . July 2023
Not me traveling to Swiss in November lol
Is February a good time as Jan to come for snow (skiing). Someone said the snow starts to disappear in Feb. Thank you :)
Hi there! You'll have snow up in the mountains and ski resorts in February for sure
We’re arriving on Wednesday but I noticed a lot of rain and overcast but is that accurate? Or will sun just come and go?
Météosuisse is the most accurate weather app/site for Switzerland. Rain often comes and goes especially in the mountains
Hi guys, just a quick question - I'm deciding if I should visit Switzerland in September, either the week of 7th or the week after of 13th, but my other half's concern on the 7th is that the weather is still hot. Can anyone advise if a week difference does matter alot for the temperature in terms of the weather?
Hi Bryan did you ever find an answer to this? Looking at September as well but not sure
@@ryancrits8180 Hi Ryan, nope didn't manage to get any reply 😅