Best places: Historical landmarks in Switzerland

Double-arched medieval stone pedestrian bridge over the clear water of the Verzasca River.

Grand 18th-century Baroque Catholic cathedral with twin 223-ft. towers in a UNESCO-listed district.

Lakeside castle with underground vaults & 4 great halls, home to exhibitions & cultural events.

Hilltop gathering place on the site of a former Roman fort with outdoor chess boards & city views.

👍👍 Wow, what a beautiful place this is! Stunning views and good walking trails. The parking place is free of charge, walking to the entrance is 3 minutes. No need to buy tickets online. In between the rocks it could be a bit chilly. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Dogs (small and big) are allow...

High-end, 19th-century hotel offering 2 chic restaurants, plus a spa with an indoor pool & a gym.

👍👍 Has to be visited! Impressive wooden bridge. Sustainibility as a fact.

Baroque castle offering tours of its stately interior, plus lush gardens, a farm & a vineyard.

Quaint medieval town on a lake with picturesque, charming old buildings & 140+ shops & eateries.

👍👍 MUST VISIT if you are in the city of BUCHS. A small walk from the town leads you to this beautiful place which still maintains its medieval era. The moment you enter the route to the castle, you eyes will catch glimpse of these very old but beautiful houses and the streets. There are multiple photo...

👍👍 Awesome tower (wood / steel construction) with a very good view. To my bad luck it was a foggy day with no view. Tower is open from 8am to 6pm. There is historical information at the bottom and inside the tower, explaining the history of the region. The tower itself has three platforms, the last one...

👍👍 Nice view of Simpron. 2018 Sep,this statue is under construction.

👍 Good medieval bridge that is decently preserved and maintained. Would have been better if there are more information on site about the history.

👍👍 The Neu Falkenstein ruins are just outside the town of Balstahl and can be easily reached by bus from the train station. The steep path to the ruins takes about 10-15 minutes. When you reach the top you have a wonderful view of the landscape. The ruins are well maintained and the Great Tower can be...

Grand, 19th-century castle hotel with mountain views & a romantic restaurant with outdoor seating.

This regal, 15th-century gateway is one of 3 remaining from the city's ancient walls.

13th-century castle & gardens with a museum of Bernese culture & a smoking parlor.

Dramatic gorge known for its hot springs, with a walkway leading to grottos & a summer light show.

👍👍 I liked this place. Lots of nice buildings, museums, monuments. And it's also very beautiful.