The Best Summer Destinations in Switzerland

Explore Switzerland in Summer: Top Destinations and the Businesses That Bring Them to Life Reading Time: 4 Min. Publication: July 30, 2025, Jonathan Schönholzer Switzerland is often thought of as a winter wonderland, but summer unveils a breathtaking side of the country, offering crystal-clear lakes, alpine trails, and charming villages under warm skies. Whether you're into outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or just soaking in the views, Switzerland delivers. Here’s a guide to some of the top summer destinations - plus the local businesses that help you make the most of them. Zermatt – Home of the Matterhorn Zermatt is a scenic mountain village nestled at the foot of the iconic Matterhorn. In summer, the landscape becomes a lush green wonderland with wildflowers, rushing streams, and more than 400 km of hiking and biking trails. The altitude keeps things cool and crisp, even in the middle of summer. In Zermatt, the Matterhorn Glacier Pa...