Grab our free packing list download here so you can pack with confidence for any season in Switzerland! aplinsinthealps.com/ultimate-switzerland-packing-guide-pack-with-confidence-for-all-4-seasons-in-switzerland/
Any downsides to using a 40-55L backpack instead of a carry on suitcase? Thought being it would be easier to carry from destination to destination, instead of dragging a suitcase around. Trying to consider train theft as well and ease of securing. Thank you!
That’s really up to your preference! We used to carry backpacks, but now find suitcases easier to transport and pack/unpack. There aren’t many cobblestone streets here so that’s a plus.
Spot on recommendations as usual! Thanks for the tip about Breezeo laundry sheets--had never heard of them until you mentioned them last year. Took them on my month long trip last September and LOVED them. They did a great job of cleaning our clothes, both in the washing machines when we had them and in the sink in hotels. I'm down to just two pair of shoes on a trip. My Oboz for walking/hiking/rainy days and very good walking sandal for summer. I will be taking my first winter trip to Switzerland this year and will switch out my shoes for that, of course! I took advantage of winter sales and purchased several pair of merino wool socks (hiking and dress) for the upcoming December trip--I've tested them out and they're wonderful! One more thing--as Jana & Brett suggested, a good waterproof raincoat (and I'll add waterproof walking shoes) are worth their weight in gold. The raincoat is indeed, multi purpose.
Sounds like you have perfected the art of packing! Knowing exactly what you need can be such a space saver. Thanks for sharing your tips and the items that you've discovered that work best for your travels! Glad you're enjoying the Breezeo laundry sheets:)
So excited! I’m going with my wife in April! We purchased your 7 day guide to help with our planning in the jungfrau region! (Sad so many things are closed when we visit 😣) We are coming in from Paris, what would you guys recommend the best route to arrive in Interlaken? Train? Plane? Thank you for all your great content!
Thank you! No, we've never been asked this question. But we generally travel with very little cash, and then withdraw a small amount from the ATM upon arrival.
I may have missed it. But do we need a type j plug adapter? For charging phones, power banks and cameras? I know my trip to the UK, my adapter was useless because USB ports were literally everywhere. Is this the same in Switzerland?
Il est indispensable d'avoir un adaptateur vers les prises format J, aussi bien pour les américains, que les européens si prise avec la terre. It is essential to have an adapter for J format sockets, both for Americans and other, for Europeans if socketed with earth.
As @yac1066 said, yes. A must. In my many trips to Switzerland I've found USB ports on the increase, but not all over the place. They're only on some trains and they're especially not in the charming older hotels where I enjoy staying. I keep a type J adapter in my backpack when I travel on the train for that very reason as many of the trains now have power outlets. You can get adapters now with USB ports along with the usual plug inputs for very little cost.
Hi. Thank you so much for this information. This is very helpful. Can you suggest what clothes to bring during October? It's my first time going to Switzerland and also in Chamonix
Enjoying your guys videos before my own trip to the alps. Few questions if you get a chance to read I appreciate it. I have the away bigger carry on, have you had any problem with the smaller plans not being able to fit in overhead bin? For ex a city hopper cdg to zrh. Would the away bigger carry on plus a 30L backpack be enough for about 12 days through the alps? I am going in the first two weeks of September. Primarily going to be hiking, is a down sweater or bigger jacket necessary or is a fleece sufficient?
Thanks for following along! We have had to pay extra for our small carry on bags on small flights so you will likely have to as well, but of course that depends on the carrier. And we recommend a light down jacket for September-the evenings and mornings will likely be cool, maybe even a dusting of snow in the mountains in September as well. Enjoy your trip! 🙂
I’m planning out a trip for next year when’s the best time to travel? I want to see all the greenery but want to also experience the days leading up to Christmas since it’s such a vibe. Maybe snow a little please let me know the best month and day
We have a whole video about monthly weather in Interlaken! But it will be hard to find both greenery and Christmas snow at the same time 🙃 Maybe spring when things are blooming but the peaks are still snow-capped!
Was Brett at Velo Cafe today around 4pm? We’re pretty sure it was him but didn’t want to talk to a random stranger if it wasn’t 😅 if so, we wanted to say “Hallo!” you’re videos have been super helpful for us when planning our trip to Switzerland!!
You say you do laundry every 4 to 5 days. How and where? If we do not always do Airbnb's, our searches for laundromats seem small or non existent. We got spoiled visiting NZ because the apartment hotels with w/d in the apartment were easily found.
There are laundry facilities in most towns! But we often book Airbnbs every few days so we can do laundry, otherwise we hand wash items in the shower/bath tub.
We don't usually recommend specific Airbnb's. When we travel, we often use HotelCard to book hotels. I'll put a link here so you can read more about it! hotelcard.ch/en/aplins
Hi there. I love your packing tips. I am taking many notes. We are planning our month long stay in Switzerland. I have been trying to find an Air BnB. In one of you videos you got a 39% discount for booking for 30 days. I haven't been able to find a host that offers that type of discount. Do you know if AirBnb still does this? Thanks do much.
Love your content! Thank you. We are headed to Switzerland this August, 1- love your red sun hoodie, mind sharing the brand? **** 2- any followers/commenters going the first week of August? We can swap tips etc or even meet for a coffee there!
Some great advice here, and I really must look at packing cubes! When I worked at Kuoni, SBB used to provide a service where your luggage would be taken straight off the plane and taken directly to your hotel (usually a few hours after you got there) - it would then be taken the morning of the departure and it would be in the hold of your plane. Does this service still happen? It was a lifesaver with my aunt!
Such a cool service! They still have luggage services, but not instant like that - now you have to wait up to 2 days! You can check it out here: www.sbb.ch/en/tickets-offers/reservation-luggage/luggage-registration.html
@@MrGreatplum There are private services that will do overnight shipping of your luggage to certain destinatins. I used them when I went to Murren 2 years ago. $30 US per bag, they pick up at your arrival airport, send it to the train station closest to your destination overnight. I wouldn't travel any other way now ... (in SWZ, at least ...
Piz Gloria is open in May, but there a few spots that don't open until late May or even mid-June. Be sure to check out this video for more seasonal info: ruclips.net/video/1qzwAKWh2n0/видео.html
Great question! That really depends on where you’re going (low vs high elevations) and how late the snow liners. For example, it’s been really snowy in April so it may not warm up until late-June, but that really depends!
Whatever size you can carry :) There are large luggage racks near the doors and small places below your seat and in the overhead bins, so really any size bag can fit on the train!
Thanks for the super helpful recs! Just wondering, for a rainy trip, what kind of shoe do you recommend? (Do I need wellies? Kinda worried about sloshing and slipping around in my hiking shoes...)
We usually wear our hiking shoes. Or sometimes sandals (like Keens or Chacos). Just depends on how rainy/muddy it will be! But I’d probably not waste the suitcase space on rain boots - just my opinion!
Grab our free packing list download here so you can pack with confidence for any season in Switzerland!
aplinsinthealps.com/ultimate-switzerland-packing-guide-pack-with-confidence-for-all-4-seasons-in-switzerland/
Omg! I was just worrying about this bit - going in May And this video comes along! Extremely helpful - thank you so much guys 🙏🏽
Same. But for April 😅
Perfect timing! We hope this helps you pack with more confidence!!
Any downsides to using a 40-55L backpack instead of a carry on suitcase? Thought being it would be easier to carry from destination to destination, instead of dragging a suitcase around. Trying to consider train theft as well and ease of securing. Thank you!
That’s really up to your preference! We used to carry backpacks, but now find suitcases easier to transport and pack/unpack. There aren’t many cobblestone streets here so that’s a plus.
Great, thank you for the feedback!
Thanks!
So kind, thank you!!
Spot on recommendations as usual! Thanks for the tip about Breezeo laundry sheets--had never heard of them until you mentioned them last year. Took them on my month long trip last September and LOVED them. They did a great job of cleaning our clothes, both in the washing machines when we had them and in the sink in hotels. I'm down to just two pair of shoes on a trip. My Oboz for walking/hiking/rainy days and very good walking sandal for summer. I will be taking my first winter trip to Switzerland this year and will switch out my shoes for that, of course! I took advantage of winter sales and purchased several pair of merino wool socks (hiking and dress) for the upcoming December trip--I've tested them out and they're wonderful! One more thing--as Jana & Brett suggested, a good waterproof raincoat (and I'll add waterproof walking shoes) are worth their weight in gold. The raincoat is indeed, multi purpose.
Sounds like you have perfected the art of packing! Knowing exactly what you need can be such a space saver. Thanks for sharing your tips and the items that you've discovered that work best for your travels! Glad you're enjoying the Breezeo laundry sheets:)
I love Switzerland. I lived in Riva San Vitale for 4 months when studying abroad almost 20 years ago and still miss it.
Living here just does something to you:) So glad you had that experience!
I am going to Switzerland for 10 months for my internship ! This was so helpful thank you♥
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So glad it was helpful! How amazing that you get to have an internship in Switzerland. Enjoy!
So excited! I’m going with my wife in April! We purchased your 7 day guide to help with our planning in the jungfrau region! (Sad so many things are closed when we visit 😣) We are coming in from Paris, what would you guys recommend the best route to arrive in Interlaken? Train? Plane? Thank you for all your great content!
Hi Zach! We would definitely take the fast train (TGV) from Paris to Basel, and then train from there to Interlaken. Enjoy!
Thanks guys!!
I always buy the sun protection and shower gel in Switzerland. In that way i keep more space for other stuff.
Great idea! Sometimes we do, but with Brett’s fair skin, he’s always gotta have some in his bag 🤣
please share a good puffer jacket for autumn in switzerland.
Wabout caps n sunshades as it's quite sunny in summers
Good job . Please when travelling to Switzerland were you asked how much money you are holding at the airport?
Thank you! No, we've never been asked this question. But we generally travel with very little cash, and then withdraw a small amount from the ATM upon arrival.
Good job sis and bro. Please so after eveything and get to Zurich airport hope they will not check your backpack again?
I may have missed it. But do we need a type j plug adapter? For charging phones, power banks and cameras? I know my trip to the UK, my adapter was useless because USB ports were literally everywhere. Is this the same in Switzerland?
Il est indispensable d'avoir un adaptateur vers les prises format J, aussi bien pour les américains, que les européens si prise avec la terre.
It is essential to have an adapter for J format sockets, both for Americans and other, for Europeans if socketed with earth.
As @yac1066 said, yes. A must. In my many trips to Switzerland I've found USB ports on the increase, but not all over the place. They're only on some trains and they're especially not in the charming older hotels where I enjoy staying. I keep a type J adapter in my backpack when I travel on the train for that very reason as many of the trains now have power outlets. You can get adapters now with USB ports along with the usual plug inputs for very little cost.
@@lauraezell7723Thank you so much. My trip is this October!
@@yac1066Thank you. Very helpful
Laura is correct! Most of the plugs in Switzerland will require a type J adapter!
Where did you get your cute orange long sleeve shirt? I love it!
Congrats on your new home
Thank you! We love living here!
Hi. Thank you so much for this information. This is very helpful. Can you suggest what clothes to bring during October? It's my first time going to Switzerland and also in Chamonix
I would use the same kind of packing list that we have in our free download since the weather is similar in the French Alps as the Swiss Alps!
Enjoying your guys videos before my own trip to the alps. Few questions if you get a chance to read I appreciate it.
I have the away bigger carry on, have you had any problem with the smaller plans not being able to fit in overhead bin? For ex a city hopper cdg to zrh.
Would the away bigger carry on plus a 30L backpack be enough for about 12 days through the alps? I am going in the first two weeks of September. Primarily going to be hiking, is a down sweater or bigger jacket necessary or is a fleece sufficient?
Thanks for following along! We have had to pay extra for our small carry on bags on small flights so you will likely have to as well, but of course that depends on the carrier. And we recommend a light down jacket for September-the evenings and mornings will likely be cool, maybe even a dusting of snow in the mountains in September as well. Enjoy your trip! 🙂
I’m planning out a trip for next year when’s the best time to travel? I want to see all the greenery but want to also experience the days leading up to Christmas since it’s such a vibe. Maybe snow a little please let me know the best month and day
We have a whole video about monthly weather in Interlaken! But it will be hard to find both greenery and Christmas snow at the same time 🙃 Maybe spring when things are blooming but the peaks are still snow-capped!
25-30 Late Novmber you got to see Christmas decorations in muntrox, it's cold 2-8 but bearable, no ice unless in the top
Was Brett at Velo Cafe today around 4pm? We’re pretty sure it was him but didn’t want to talk to a random stranger if it wasn’t 😅 if so, we wanted to say “Hallo!” you’re videos have been super helpful for us when planning our trip to Switzerland!!
He sure was!! Sorry you didn't get to chat, but we hope you've enjoyed your time here!!
You say you do laundry every 4 to 5 days. How and where? If we do not always do Airbnb's, our searches for laundromats seem small or non existent. We got spoiled visiting NZ because the apartment hotels with w/d in the apartment were easily found.
There are laundry facilities in most towns! But we often book Airbnbs every few days so we can do laundry, otherwise we hand wash items in the shower/bath tub.
Do you know if Swiss airlines is strict on weight of carry on? It says 17lbs online but wasn’t sure if they always weigh it or not?
Any good air bnb suggestions for Zurich, Lucerne
We don't usually recommend specific Airbnb's. When we travel, we often use HotelCard to book hotels. I'll put a link here so you can read more about it!
hotelcard.ch/en/aplins
Hi there. I love your packing tips. I am taking many notes. We are planning our month long stay in Switzerland. I have been trying to find an Air BnB. In one of you videos you got a 39% discount for booking for 30 days. I haven't been able to find a host that offers that type of discount. Do you know if AirBnb still does this?
Thanks do much.
It really just depends on the Airbnb host. I would keep looking and asking!
@@AplinsintheAlps Thanks, I will.
Love your content! Thank you. We are headed to Switzerland this August, 1- love your red sun hoodie, mind sharing the brand? **** 2- any followers/commenters going the first week of August? We can swap tips etc or even meet for a coffee there!
I am Swiss and often enjoy hiking in the mountains… who knows, maybe we‘ll meet for coffee somewhere!?
You can find a link to all of our items in our free download (linked in the description) 😊 Enjoy your trip here!!
Some great advice here, and I really must look at packing cubes!
When I worked at Kuoni, SBB used to provide a service where your luggage would be taken straight off the plane and taken directly to your hotel (usually a few hours after you got there) - it would then be taken the morning of the departure and it would be in the hold of your plane. Does this service still happen? It was a lifesaver with my aunt!
Such a cool service! They still have luggage services, but not instant like that - now you have to wait up to 2 days! You can check it out here: www.sbb.ch/en/tickets-offers/reservation-luggage/luggage-registration.html
@@AplinsintheAlps - oh that’s a shame it’s not as quick. Must have been useful when you came over from Tennessee?
Yes, very useful!!
@@MrGreatplum There are private services that will do overnight shipping of your luggage to certain destinatins. I used them when I went to Murren 2 years ago. $30 US per bag, they pick up at your arrival airport, send it to the train station closest to your destination overnight. I wouldn't travel any other way now ... (in SWZ, at least ...
You guys provide good information and sweet couple
Thanks for your kindness 😊😊😊 We always want to share the most helpful tips!
Thank you so much
You're welcome!!
Hello, is it good to visit Switzerland on middle of may ?
That depends on what you mean as 'good'. Are you talking about weather? Or certain attractions being open?
@@AplinsintheAlps I mean certain attraction being open like piz Gloria.
Piz Gloria is open in May, but there a few spots that don't open until late May or even mid-June. Be sure to check out this video for more seasonal info: ruclips.net/video/1qzwAKWh2n0/видео.html
when you say summer, does that mean from june to august ? i am going to switzerland on june1st, can i follow the summer guidence ?
Great question! That really depends on where you’re going (low vs high elevations) and how late the snow liners. For example, it’s been really snowy in April so it may not warm up until late-June, but that really depends!
What is the weight of all this?
What size suitcase do you recommend for Swiss trains? I know we have to carry them ourselves, but am also concerned about space on the trains.
Whatever size you can carry :) There are large luggage racks near the doors and small places below your seat and in the overhead bins, so really any size bag can fit on the train!
What is the travel duration for your packing list?
Good question! It's really made to work for any length of time, assuming you'll have access to laundry.
Thanks for the super helpful recs! Just wondering, for a rainy trip, what kind of shoe do you recommend? (Do I need wellies? Kinda worried about sloshing and slipping around in my hiking shoes...)
We usually wear our hiking shoes. Or sometimes sandals (like Keens or Chacos). Just depends on how rainy/muddy it will be! But I’d probably not waste the suitcase space on rain boots - just my opinion!
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Thank you!
Hi Jana & Brett! I nessaged you on IG but you did not respond. Do you prefer youtube? Thanks!
Hi!! We cannot keep up with the flood of Instagram messages, so we prefer to chat on RUclips comments instead 😊