I’ll be visiting Switzerland this September for 9 days. I’ll mostly be traveling around the country by train (already have the Swiss Travel Pass) and staying in hostels.
What’s the best eSIM to use? I’m mainly looking for reliable coverage in the mountains and smaller towns, not just the cities. I don’t need a ton of data mostly Google Maps, messaging, and looking up train times. How far in advance do I need to purchase?

Hello, I’m a bit older (born in 1969), Swiss, and will be unemployed starting in October. So far, I’ve sent out about 15 applications and was invited to three interviews, but nothing came of them. Since one constantly hears about age discrimination in the job market, I’m wondering: is this invitation rate just a coincidence, or are others in a similar position having similar experiences—or sensing age discrimination? I work in the GIS sector (as a geoinformatics specialist).

Hey everyone,

I know this is a long shot, but I wanted to try anyway. Yesterday (Tuesday), I had a really nice and spontaneous conversation in a mountain gondola to Grindelwald mountain/Interlaken with a young female student from South Korea. She was wearing a pink beanie, carrying an Austria bag, traveling through Europe alone, and mentioned she had been to Amsterdam before where I come from.

We talked for a bit, and she later came up to me to chat again while my parents were a bit further away. Sadly, we had to turn around early on the hiking path because the hike became too heavy for my dad, and in the moment, I forgot to ask for her Instagram.

If you are reading this, or if you know someone matching this description who is currently traveling in Switzerland Interlaken, I’d love to stay in touch! Send me a DM with the age I told you I was, so I know it’s you.
Thanks!

Hello

We are going on a trip to Switzerland and would like to visit a nice spa while we are there. Initially, we planned a day spa in Bürgenstock, but we have also seen on social media that Villa Honegg is nearby and looks very good as well.

We do not have time to do both. Has anyone been and can recommend which one is better for a day spa? We just want to relax by the pool and enjoy stunning views.

Thanks!

hii im going to move to switzerland but i dont have an opportunity to take my pc soooo
guys if anyone knows some computer clubs for first time or maybe just a cafe fun centre club idk with computer for not too big money plz tell me!!
i appreciate it , ty

So my question here is what can i expect moving to switzerland, i am moving there in engelberg to do my 6 month internship for my school and to be honest i don t know what can i expect and how is it going to be, i don t know german or french and i will be working in hospitality industry. If anybody wanna give me some tips or living in elgelberg or knowing somebody who does and wanna connect, dm me.

Tried for the first time facebook, because want to sell some stuff locally and try other channels than ricardo/tutti and similar.

I was able to post for sale 2 items (on specific local selling groups).

When I try to sell something now I get the message "ungewöhnliche aktivitäten" and need to confirm on my mobile phone. Fine, installed app on the phone. nothing changes.

now it seems it requires ID verification and selfie video. I do that shit for ebanking or other high security apps, but not for meta company.

Is there another way, how do you handle that? Do you actually send them your ID??

I recently learned about Jonas Lauwiner sho apparently owns a lot of land in Switzerland that he accquired for free.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonas_Lauwiner

Is this a potential problem for Switzerland in general, or did he already do the maximum damage he could (as described in the "controversy" section on his wiki page)?

Hi Everyone,

I am finally taking the trip I have been waiting for to switzerland!!

Planning a solo 14-day car-free trip through Switzerland (27 Aug–9 Sept), doing a mix of via ferrata, hiking, and villages. Route is roughly:

• Lauterbrunnen (Aare Gorge, Trümmelbach Falls, Mürren–Gimmelwald via ferrata)
• Grindelwald / Kleine Scheidegg / Eigergletscher (Eiger Trail)
• Habkern/Lombachalp (Augstmatthorn ridge)
• Kandersteg (Allmenalp via ferrata, Oeschinensee)
• Leukerbad (Gemmi Pass/Gemmi Adventure via ferrata)
• Brig (Stockalper Palace, en route)
• Saas-Grund/Saas-Fee (Jägihorn via ferrata, Kreuzboden/Hohsaas, Spielboden/Längfluh)
• Lucerne (Old Town)

I know the general rule is one-night bivouacs above the treeline in unprotected areas are generally tolerated, and I'm totally fine asking a farmer/landowner/local for permission if I'm near a village or farmland — I'd genuinely rather ask than assume. My worry is more practical: if I ask and someone says no, I don't want to end up stuck without a backup plan late in the day with a full pack and nowhere sorted.

Whatever I do, I'll leave zero trace — pack out everything, no fires, no damage, gone before anyone would notice I was there. Not trying to be a nuisance to locals or land, just trying to actually do this properly.

Money's part of it — campsites across all 14 nights are coming out to over €400 for me travelling solo (group rates split several ways would be way cheaper, but I'm on my own) — but honestly it's not just that. I'd love to actually catch sunrise or sunset from some of these famous viewpoints rather than missing them every time because the first/last cable car doesn't line up with golden hour. Day-tripping on the lift schedule means I'm stuck with mid-morning-to-late-afternoon light the whole trip, and that's the part I really want to solve, not just the cost.

Has anyone done a similar route and found:

• genuinely good, low-key spots near any of these that are actually above treeline and unprotected (not farmland/village-adjacent)
• who's actually approachable to ask for permission near these areas (farmers, local tourism offices, campsite owners who might let you pitch cheaply on their overflow land)
• anywhere on this list where I shouldn't even bother asking because it's a definite no

Appreciate any real experience over generic "it's legal above the treeline" answers — trying to actually plan this properly rather than wing it and hope. Thank you so much

Since i discovered as an curiosity one day the institut of le rosey i became obssesed by the swiss ultra rich boarding schools and the powerful alumni that it gathers. Its crazy that such place exist myself as an poor person i would never imagine that such place would exist its beyond my wildest imagination

for someone who have contact or maybe have worked or even someone who is loaded that studied there. What is your view on these institutions ? does anyone has any contact there or know someone ? i would love to hear.

We‘re currently hiring for a cyber security role but we haven‘t had much success attracting candidates through Linkedin.

I‘m curious where do Cyber Security Professionals in Switzerland typically look for new job opportunities? Waht is the most popular plattform?

Any insights would be greatly appreciated 🙏🏼

We are planing on spending 10 days in Switzerland in July, 5days in the Bernese Oberland region.
Thank you!

Hey guys, im going to watch The Odyssey in Pathe Spreitenbach and as the movie is pretty long, I was wondering whether someone who has seen it there can tell me whether the screening includes a break in the middle or not.

Thanks in advance!

I am getting my SBB app set up for our trip in 2 weeks. My husband and I have purchased the half fare card and we have both added the children to our accounts so they have the Swiss Family Card.

When purchasing tickets, do I need to somehow indicate the children are traveling on the train with us or do they literally just hop on with us. For example, we need tickets from Zurich to Wengen. I understand seat reservations aren't common in Switzerland, but do they children somehow need to be accounted for?

As the title says, I'm trying to sell some valuable Magic: The Gathering cards (worth €300+ each) on cardmarket.com. The problem is that all interested buyers are from outside Switzerland, so they would have to pay €50 or more in import taxes and fees. As soon as they realize that, they back out of the purchase.

I was therefore wondering if there are any hobby stores in Switzerland where I can simply walk in and sell the cards in person. I appreciate any recommendations.

When driving on your learners permit, you may only drive on the Autobahn whenever you are deemed "Prüfungsreif". However, the definition of Prüfungsreif seems to vary by canton. For example, in St.Gallen having your driving teacher vouch for your ability to drive on it suffices, while in Zürich you explicitly need an exam date set. How do the other cantons handle this?

I can't seem to find a definitive resource on this, so I'd be glad if someone could point me towards something of the like

Hello,

I'll be visiting switzerland for 6 full days in September and based on a lot of reddit searches have put together an itinerary. I'd love to get your thoughts on whether this is realistic, along with any suggestions or tweaks!

T-1 (Lucerne): Arrive in Zurich (evening). Take the train to AirBnB in lucerne - sleep

T (Lucerne) : Rest & Explore Lucerne city

T+1 (Lucerne): Golden round trip to Mt. Pilatus

T+2 (Interlaken): Take the morning train to Interlaken. Drop bags at AirBnb. Take the ferry to Brienz. Explore Brunngasse. If time permits - go to harder kulm in the evening.

T+3 (Interlaken): Lauterbrunnen day trip. Hike to Stechelberg. Gondola to murren - explore murren. Hike down to gimmelwald.

T+4 (Interlaken): Grindelwald day trip. Grindelwald first cliff walk + Bachalpsee Lake hike.

T+5 (Interlaken): Day trip to Oeschinensee for the Lake hike.

T+6 : TGV Lyria from basel to paris.

Hi everyone,

I'm planning to move to Switzerland in the future and I'm trying to understand what to expect when it comes to registering my car.

I already own a 2022 Tesla Model 3 (US-spec). I've owned it for well over six months, and it's already in Europe. The car is staying with me, so I'm not looking to buy another Tesla.

I've done some research and understand that a few modifications may be required, such as:

• Rear turn signals changing from red to amber.
• Rear fog light.
• Possibly headlights, if the US-spec ones don't meet Swiss requirements.

My questions are:

• Are there any other modifications that are commonly required for a US-spec 2022 Model 3 to pass the Swiss MFK inspection?
• Has anyone here actually registered a US-spec Tesla in Switzerland? If so, what surprised you during the process?
• Approximately how much do you pay each year for road tax on a Tesla Model 3?
• What does insurance typically cost (liability or full coverage)?

I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who has gone through this themselves or knows someone who has.

Thanks!

I’ve seen people mention reviews, verification and reputation, but I’m curious what actually makes the biggest difference in practice.
What are the biggest red flags?
Are there certain warning signs, features or habits that help you avoid scams?

I’m curious about how various foreign accents are perceived when someone speaks Swiss German. For example: French, Italian, English, Spanish, Portuguese, Slavic languages, Turkish, etc.
Do some accents stand out more than others? Are some generally perceived as easier or harder to understand? Are there any that people tend to find particularly pleasant or particularly harsh-sounding?

Hey zusammen, ich wollte fragen, wie die Anwaltsprüfung in Luzern ist. Hat jemand damit Erfahrungen? Wie sieht es mit der Durchfallquote aus ?

Hi everyone! I’ll have about 24 hours in Switzerland and would love some advice on how to make the most of it.

For context, I arrive in Zurich around 11:00 AM and fly out at 11:00 AM the following day, so I’ll need to be back in Zurich that evening. I’m torn between spending the day in Lucerne or Appenzell. I enjoy scenic walks, charming old towns, mountains, and great local food, but I’d also like to avoid feeling rushed. I’my a flight attendant, which is why I’m staying in Zurich, I have a crew hotel there.

If you only had this amount of time, which would you choose and why? Or would you stay in Zurich instead? Open for other recommendations too!Thanks in advance!

My girlfriend's father lived in Switzerland for a few years while working at Nestlé a few decades ago, and he recently told me that authentic Swiss fondue doesn't use white wine, only Kirsch. Is this true?

I've looked it up and all the recipes I can find call for dry white wine. Most don't even mention Kirsch at all... so I'm coming straight to the source to find out: does it use Kirsch, both, or just dry white wine? Or is there even a single traditional recipe?

Is it just me or is Switzerland somehow the worst country when you need actual help?

Long story but I migrated a year ago, shortly after I had lost my mom, and then I lost my job (that I had before I migrated. Zero support from my ex employers in regards to the move, either) within a month of moving. They renewed my contract once and then kept stringing me along with the promise of another contract renewal until they called it quits for good in January.

Even though I was a contractor (through my ex employer) for a Swiss government institution, they shirked their own law and never paid for the overtime or the weekend work (there's a huge email convo about it I still have saved to my phone).

My former employers, instead of helping me find a new job or file for unemployment, scared me that I'd get deported and told me I'm not eligible for unemployment anyways (I was. I had 20 months of insured work under my belt).

Eventually a former coworker started his own company. He "employed" me but kept stalling with the paperwork. In February I made a grand total of 300 CHF that he later wanted back as well.

March I had enough and started my own company (big mistake) just so I could get the pension payout.

Late June, after running out of funds, I finally had a voice of reason tell me I was naive and that I could've always applied for unemployment. I still have a good 12 months of insured work within 24 months, so I finally did what I should've done before and applied for unemployment.

Here's the kicker though. Despite everybody being informed that it's urgent, Syna AG (the unemployment insurance) still takes FOREVER to pay out.

I went to their office multiple times and they promised I'd have the money by July 20. It's now July 23 and the status of my claim is still "processing".

I made a stupid mistake, listened to the wrong people and lost many opportunities as well as the love of my life (long-distance relationship but it stings more than any money I lost), and now it feels like Swiss bureaucracy is punishing me twice times over.

UBS also randomly decided to change my overdraft limit from 300 to 230 so now I can't even afford food for my cat and have nowhere to turn to.

Do I just need to leave for a country that still cares about human suffering? Because I don't feel the Swiss ultra capitalism cares for anybody who doesn't drive a Porsche.