Swiss summer lakes and mountains
Switzerland isn't all about winter wanderlust. One of Europe's emerging hotspots for holidaying in the summer months, discover a Swiss lakes and mountains getaway.
Switzerland isn't all about winter wanderlust. One of Europe's emerging hotspots for holidaying in the summer months, discover a Swiss lakes and mountains getaway.
Explore the lakes of Thun and Brienz from nearby Interlaken, the gateway to the mountains of the Jungfrau region. Discover classic Swiss culture and medieval architecture within spectacular lakeside landscapes in Lucerne. Or enjoy an Italian feel (and its Mediterranean climate) backed by verdant vistas in Lugano.
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