Best time to go to Switzerland

Weather across Switzerland can vary greatly, especially in the mountains and at high altitude. Generally, May and September are the cooler times to go, with temperatures around 8-15°C. July and August are known to be the hotter months, with temperatures around 18-28°C. Because of the mountains, a storm or rain shower is not uncommon, so it’s best to be prepared.

Passports & Visas

British citizens don’t need a visa to enter Switzerland but must have a valid passport. You can check your passport’s valid for Switzerland using our handy tool. For the most up-to-date passport and visa info, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/switzerland/entry-requirements.

Don't forget to arrange your travel money and insurance before you go.

Health & Safety

You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you while you’re away. Also, if you’re travelling to Switzerland and you apply for a card now, you'll get a new UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) instead of an EHIC. This entitles you to emergency medical treatment on the same terms as Swiss nationals. It won’t, however, cover you for medical repatriation, ongoing medical treatment or non-urgent treatment. Visit www.nhs.uk/ehic for full details on what it covers. You do not need to apply for a GHIC if you already have an EHIC. Your EHIC remains valid in the EU and Switzerland until it expires. An EHIC or GHIC is free of charge. For the latest health and safety information, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/switzerland/health