Switzerland
Schweiz
Alpine Wonderland
Essential Phrases
Hello
Grüezi
Groot-si
Thank you
Danke
Dahn-keh
Yes
Ja
Yah
No
Nein
Nine
Excuse me
Entschuldigung
Ent-shool-di-goong
Sorry
Es tut mir leid
Es toot meer lite
Please
Bitte
Bit-teh
Help!
Hilfe!
Hil-feh
Where is...?
Wo ist...?
Voh ist
How much?
Wie viel?
Vee feel
Cheers!
Prost!
Prohst
Goodbye
Auf Wiedersehen
Owf vee-der-zay-en
Emergency Contacts
Police
117
Police
Ambulance
144
Medical emergency
Fire
118
Fire
Tourist Police
+41 44 125 78 78
Swiss Tourist Info
US Embassy Bern
+41 31 357 7011
Sulgenheimstrasse 19, 3000 Bern
Money & ATM Reality
Currency
Swiss Franc
CHF
1 USD ≈ 0.88 CHF (approximate)
ATM & Card Access
ATM Fees: 0-5 CHF
- • Card widely accepted
- • Tip 5-10% in restaurants
- • Switzerland is expensive
Internet & Connectivity
- • Swisscom
- • Salt
- • Sunrise - Tourist SIM: CHF 20-50
Popular Apps
Safety Index
Crime Overview
Transportation
Excellent - trains are world-class
Common Scams
- •Expensive pricing
- •Pickpocketing
Areas to Avoid
- • Generally very safe
Natural Disaster Risks
- • Avalanches (winter)
- • Landslides
Note: Safety ratings are based on Global Peace Index, US Department of State Travel Advisories, and local government sources. Ratings are subjective and should be used as a general guideline only. Always verify current travel advisories before your trip.
Solo Women Travelers
Night Safety
Dress Code
Smart casual - practical for hiking
Harassment Risk
Tips
- •Very safe country
- •Excellent infrastructure
Note: Women safety ratings are based on solo female traveler experiences, TripAdvisor reviews, and US Department of State advisories. Every woman's experience may vary. Trust your instincts and research specific destinations.
Festivals & Events
Zürich Festival
culturalStreet festival
Impact: Crowded but fun
Montreux Jazz
culturalWorld-famous jazz festival
Impact: Book early - popular!