Switzerland Without a Car
Author: Anthony Lambert
4th edition • APRIL 2009
368 PAGES • 16 PAGES OF COLOUR PHOTOS • 27 MAPS
ISBN: 978 1 84162 281 1
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Switzerland is one of those countries where everything works – and this extends to its transport system whose trains, buses and boats purr in seamless harmony. This guide, fully updated with the latest route information including the recent opening of the Lotschberg base tunnel, provides everything a traveller needs to negotiate both the famous landmarks and little-known secrets of this compact country. It describes every railway line, reveals what there is to see from each station, and details the connecting journeys by steamer, postbus, funicular, cableway, bicycle and on foot.
- Fantastically detailed and reliable guide
- Taps into the increasing interest in eco-friendly travel options
- Packed with information on walking and cycling as well as public transport
Switzerland at a Glance
Switzerland is renowned as a country of pure air, alpine scenery and picturesque towns and villages. Apart from the mountain landscape, Switzerland is also home to a range of architectural and cultural delights, boasting a number of fine art galleries, museums, castles and mansions. This year-round destination has something for everyone, whether you enjoy sports, cultural activities or simply taking in the spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. And what better way to explore Switzerland than by public transport, by far the best system in the world, with a seamless and integrated service running between trains, buses and boats.
Capital City:
Bern
Currency:
Swiss Franc (SFr)
Language:
German, French, Italian, Romansh
International Telephone Code:
+41
ISBN-13: 9781841622811
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Reviews
"The bible for travellers to Switzerland."
Swiss Transport News
"…the most comprehensive guide to Switzerland’s transport system and the best reading."
The Times
"The most detailed and reliable on the shelf."
The Bookseller
"...this book is one of the best travel guides I have seen."
Today's Railways
"Anthony Lambert's guide is an excellent planning tool, allowing the reader to plan an individual route taking in alpine scenery and attractions..."
EDP Saturday Magazine
'This excellent publication starts with a general introduction to the country and its superb transport system, following which there are sixteen easily navigated chapters on specific regions and cities. In the opinion of many, myself included, Bradt guides are always a cut above the majority and this book can be recommended unreservedly to anyone with an interest in getting the most out of the Swiss transportation system whilst exploring the country.'
Swiss Express
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"I never cease to wonder at the vast amount of knowledge you bring to your books on Switzerland."
Norman Simmons, UK
"First rate book. Congratulations on a most helpful and interesting book."
Phil Edmond, Somerset
“Good for less well known places and travelling by train.”
K Gough, UK
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Table of Contents
PART ONE GENERAL INFORMATION
Chapter 1 Practical Information
Chapter 2 Swiss Travel System
Chapter 3 Special Trains
Chapter 4 Walking and Cycling
PART TWO THE GUIDE
Chapter 5 Zurich
Chapter 6 Aound Zürich
Chapter 7 The Northeast
Chapter 8 Bern
Chapter 9 The Eastern Bernese Mittelland
Chapter 10 The Western Bernese Mittelland
Chapter 11 Bernese Oberland
Chapter 12 Luzern
Chapter 13 Around Luzern
Chapter 14 Basel and the Northwest
Chapter 15 Neuchatel and Jura
Chapter 16 Geneva and Lausanne
Chapter 17 Vevey and Montreux
Chapter 18 Southeast Vaud and the Valais
Chapter 19 Ticino
Chapter 20 Graubunden
Appendix I Language
Appendix 2 Useful Addresses
Appendix 3 Further Information
Appendix 4 Railway and Postbus Routes by Timetable Number
Index
About the Author
Anthony Lambert is a journalist and author with a keen interest in rail travel - he has in fact travelled on over 40 countries’ railway systems. He is a member of the British Guild of Travel Writers, a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, works regularly for the National Trust and frequently writes for the travel pages of The Independent, as well as such magazines as Motoring & Leisure, Orient-Express Magazine and Wanderlust.
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Notes from the Author
"Switzerland is a paradise for those who prefer peace and solitude to noise and crowds. Even in high summer it is easy to escape the throng on summits of mountains like Pilatus and Stanserhorn by walking for five minutes. Equally there are many relatively undiscovered places that would be major tourist attractions in countries less well endowed with natural beauty. This book is a guide to exploring the country by public transport, describing every railway line and what there is to see from each station, as well as the connecting journeys by steamer, postbus, funicular, cableway, bicycle and on foot."
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