based on 69 experiences from female travelers
I immediately fell in love with this country right when we arrived. Its beauty and charm is like nothing else, and I felt at home no matter what city we travelled to. The food is so fresh and local that it’s almost always worth the 30 franks!
Posted: January 5, 2025Experienced: March, 2024Anna
Ukraine
I had a brief but memorable stop in Lucerne for about 3-4 hours during my trip. I spent most of the time walking around the city, enjoying the beautiful scenery. We had a snack by the river (highly recommend it, though it’s a bit pricey—well, that’s Switzerland for you). I also tried some ice cream, and I still remember how one scoop cost 4 euros! For me, that’s a huge difference, since in Ukraine, 4 euros could buy you 4-6 scoops. However, the scoop was as big as my fist, and it was delicious! We also took a stroll to the famous flower-covered bridge, listened to some musicians, and then headed to another city. Lucerne left a stronger impression on me than Zurich. The people were friendly, even the tourists (unlike in Zurich, where I didn’t feel as comfortable with the younger crowd).
Posted: January 3, 2025My experience in Switzerland was great, it was summer of 2024 and i’d say that is the best time to visit Switzerland, the scenery and the mountains are just beautiful. It is pretty expensive especially in Zürich but it’s definitely worth it
Posted: January 2, 2025Basel is overall a very beautiful city and truly feels like a border town. The people are genuinely kind and helpful. However, Switzerland is unbelievably expensive. Since it’s a small city, you can explore all the main attractions in just two days, which is sufficient. Of course, I tried fondue and Swiss chocolate, as they’re famous there, and they were absolutely delicious—though, as I mentioned, incredibly pricey. Accommodation is also very expensive, but I was lucky to have a friend there, so I stayed with them. Overall, Basel is a safe and charming city.
Posted: January 1, 2025Experienced: November, 2024I had a chance to travel to Switzerland over summer and it was amazing! I felt very safe, there was never any problems. The people were incredibly nice and welcoming. I highly recommend going up Mount Titlis, as well as Mount Pilatus, the views were truly breathtaking. I’m vegan and Switzerland is known for being a heavy meat country however i didn’t have problems to find vegan options in big cities like Zurich or Lucerne and was actually surprised by all the plant based options at the supermarkets. To get around i used only the trains, i got a travel pass which was very useful however really expensive like everything else in Switzerland😅
Posted: November 17, 2024Switzerland is such a nice and beautiful place, I am very happy and grateful to be able to visit. Nature is amazing, lake, forest, many beautiful meetings, people. Transport can be expensive, need to plan well your trip with that. Definitely recommend this gorgeous country!
Posted: October 12, 2024Experienced: August, 2024Mathilde
France
Travelled alone by bike in Switzerland. The country is very safe, people are nice and helpful. I travelled from Geneva to Zurich passing by many cities and lakes. It was a great experience but life is very very expensive.
Posted: September 9, 2024Experienced: August, 2024Khanyisa
Netherlands
We were in Basel for 2 days. Found the place to be expensive especially based on the foreign exchange rate...but we felt safe and loved the free public transport...it rained a lot but we still managed to walk the city..
Posted: August 29, 2024Experienced: November, 2023Carla
Belgium
We went to the concert of Einaudi. It was beautifull. City also. It’s not so easy to find places for swimming. You have a little beach. The enviroment is beautifull. In half an hour you are in Italy & you can visit another lake
Posted: August 17, 2024Experienced: June, 2024Vella
Austria
It was quite nice soloing there. Nature is lovely. The only thing i found problematical was camping. They are full if you don't book them a few months in advance for at least 5 days. So, I did a lot of hiking to reach a place where to sleep safely
Posted: August 15, 2024Experienced: June, 2024Based on 242 local experiences
Based on 242 local experiences
It is safe until a certain time. After that, I avoid any public places like parks or public transport. In a larger group, I feel safer. I don't do much alone at night.
Posted: January 20, 2025Fride
People are friendly and it is a safe place for women to travel alone. From what I hear, the drug consumption is quite high compared to other European cities - however, it is not something that I have noticed or been exposed to.
Posted: January 20, 2025