Switzerland

Cycling the Rhone Route in Switzerland
What if you set off on your bike along the Rhône route in Switzerland to discover the hidden treasures of the upper valley? From the source of the Rhône in the Valais to Geneva, this magnificent route offers spectacular scenery: verdant vineyards, medieval castles, the confluence of Alpine rivers and the shores of Lake Geneva.
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Taking the train to Switzerland: maps, network, stations and tickets
Fancy travelling by train on Switzerland’s railways? From France and towards Europe along the rivers and glaciers of the Alps, find out more about routes, stations and how to book your journey.
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Navigating the Rhône: from Lake Geneva in Switzerland to the French upper Rhône above Lyon
It’s no secret that the Rhône, like its valley, plays a central role in linking transport and river tourism in France and Europe. As a link between north and south, here’s the first part of the river’s exciting connections between lakes, canals, rivers, the Mediterranean Sea and even the Atlantic Ocean. Would you like to
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CGN, General Navigation Company of Lake Geneva in Switzerland
The Compagnie générale de navigation sur le lac Léman (CGN) is an emblematic company that has shaped river transport in the Lake Geneva region since it was founded in 1873. History and practical information about this company, which plays a key role in Swiss transport.
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LEX, the Léman Express train between France and Switzerland
Since 15 December 2019, the Léman Express network has provided a rail link between Switzerland and France. LEX for short, or the Franco-Vaud-Geneva regional express network (RER), the Léman Express links the departments ofAin and Haute-Savoie in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region with the cantons of Geneva and Vaud in Switzerland.
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Furka tunnel: piggyback train+car, timetables and tickets (Switzerland)
Beneath the snow-capped peaks of the Swiss Alps, the Furka tunnel links Oberwald and Realp in around twenty minutes, sparing motorists the twists and turns of the eponymous pass, which is closed in winter. With a shuttle bus service, regular timetables and a summer excursion by steam train on the old summit route, this crossing
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At the source of the Rhône: immersion between glacier, peaks and Alpine landscape
Exploring the source of the Rhône is an adventure in itself. Tracing the wild and powerful waters of a river that stretches for more than 800 kilometres, from its delta in the Mediterranean to the heart of the Alps. Discover its natural foundations at an altitude of 2,209 metres in the Valais.
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Take the train in Switzerland and travel through the Alps
Have you ever imagined discovering the magic of the Swiss Alps? Travelling through snow-covered landscapes in winter or flower-filled pastures in summer? Forgetting the daily grind and immersing yourself in the rhythm of the rails? What if you took the time to travel through the beauty of the countryside, by train, via an exceptional rail
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Switzerland, the European crossroads between the Alps, the Jura and the Rhône Valley
With its majestic mountains, age-old traditions and cutting-edge innovation, Switzerland is a fascinating place. This small country, often cited as an example of stability, offers a diversity and richness that go far beyond clichés. Take a look at a country that harmoniously combines past, present and future.
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