Rail travel in Switzerland Easter Weekend

1. Where should I go in Switzerland for Easter?
2. Is it cheaper to buy Swiss train tickets in advance?
3. Do they check train tickets in Switzerland?
4. What is IR train in Switzerland?
5. What is there to do in Switzerland in April?
6. How is Easter celebrated in Switzerland?
7. What is a Supersaver ticket Switzerland?
8. How much does a Swiss rail pass cost?
9. Is Jungfraujoch free with Swiss Pass?
10. Can you eat on Swiss trains?
11. What happens if you don't pay a train fine in Switzerland?
12. Can a ticket inspectors wake you up?

Where should I go in Switzerland for Easter?

Table of Contents

• What's open over Easter weekend.
• Sattel Hochstuckli – Central Switzerland.
• Mt Rigi Panorama Trail (Central Switzerland)
• Swiss Path – Central Switzerland.
• Giessbach Waterfalls – Berner Oberland.
• Lauterbrunnen Valley Walk – Jungfrau Region.
• Ballenberg Open-air museum – Berner Oberland.
• Valle Verzasca.

Is it cheaper to buy Swiss train tickets in advance?

The price is variable, cheaper the further ahead you buy it, if you leave it until the day before it could cost CHF 106. No refunds, no changes once you buy it. Buy online at www.sbb.ch or at Swiss stations. You can buy a maximum of 60 days before the day you want it for, right up to the day before travel.

Do they check train tickets in Switzerland?

Yes, the train system operates on the honour system in Switzerland. They expect people to pay for their tickets but will do random checks from time to time. Very rarely do I see anyone get caught and fined as most Swiss don't mind paying for a ticket.

What is IR train in Switzerland?

Inter-Regio (IR) is used to designate a service of trains within Switzerland and not a specific train - in fact multiple different types of train are used for IR departures.

What is there to do in Switzerland in April?

Best Things to Do in Switzerland in April

• Visit Ticino. Ticino is an Italian-speaking region of Southern Switzerland that tends to experience spring earlier than other regions. ...
• Visit Zermatt. Zermatt is a Swiss town that really needs no introduction. ...
• Visit Lucerne. ...
• Hiking. ...
• Celebrate Sechseläuten in Zurich.

How is Easter celebrated in Switzerland?

There are processions with fire, parades of cloaked people, acrobatics even and of course, Easter egg hunts. Some of these Swiss Easter traditions are now being revived, changed or invented from scratch, while others have died out completely.

What is a Supersaver ticket Switzerland?

This means you can travel on many Swiss train and public transport routes with a discount of up to 70%. ... Supersaver tickets are available online at SBB.ch or via the smartphone app. Take advantage of this inexpensive way to travel.

How much does a Swiss rail pass cost?

Swiss Travel Pass.

Is Jungfraujoch free with Swiss Pass?

With a Swiss Travel Pass, you get free travel to Wengen or Grindelwald, and 25% discount between either of those villages and the Jungfraujoch. There is no charge for the Sphinx Observatory.

Can you eat on Swiss trains?

Yes, you can eat and drink on trains in Switzerland. In some trains you can buy food and drink on board. In all trains you can bring your own food and drink.

What happens if you don't pay a train fine in Switzerland?

If you are caught without a ticket then you are required to buy a ticket and pay a fine of 100CHF immediately. Repeat offenses increase the fine amount. If you have an abonnement (train pass) but forgot it then you can tell them.

Can a ticket inspectors wake you up?

To most inspectors, it will just look like you innocently fell asleep with your ticket in your hand, ready to show, and they will move on immediately. If it is a particularly feisty inspector they might try and wake you up by banging on the window or the table in front of you.