From the middle of the 18th century onward, Switzerland was a compulsory port of call for the cultured traveller. Artists & travellers competed with each other to portray its remarkable mountain landscapes, interwoven in heroic, silent atmospheres of damp woods, alternating with roaring waterfalls. Still it is not too late to encounter the same emotions, if you travel along the Jungfrau railway line
- the highest in Europe
- & stop off every so often to see the broad sweep of Switzerland from the dizzying tunnels high up in the mountains. On a clear day, you can see right down the valleys into the Black Forest & the Vosges &, on arrival, look up to the majestic summits of the Jungfrau, Monch & Eiger. Among Europe`s highest mountains, there is a medieval Switzerl&, austere & gothic, such as we can see in Chillon Castle, clinging to a rocky islet in the waters of Lake Geneva, with its labyrinth of halls & chimneys, & the paintings evoking the lives of the knights of old times. Then there is the Switzerland of the 18th century, the land of Baden, the most elegant of spas, where politics & frivolity came together in the elevated world of the Swiss & German aristocracy. The country of mountains, cheese, chocolate & clocks is, in fact, the most ancient & cosmopolitan country in Europe, a position it was able to achieve after a painful past, & now proudly guarded & preserved even in these days of economic & industrial progress.

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Switzerland in the Cadogan guide series; covering a range of destinations – primarily in Europe
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Detailed map of Switzerland presented as a set of two separate sheets, with excellent combination of graphic relief & shading superbly showing the country's topography: mountain ranges, peaks, glaciers, valleys, etc. all with names & peaks with heights. The map gives detailed road classification, indicating road widths, traffic restrictions, seasonal closures, toll roads, services & rest areas, etc. Motorway junctions are shown with names & villages closed to private transport, e.g. Zermatt, Saas Fee or Wengen are marked. Rail network is shown with stations, indicates standard or narrow gauge &

Includes:: funiculars & cable car lines. The map has a 10km grid with Swiss survey coordinates. Map legend

Includes:: English. The set comes in a plastic wallet, accompanied by a 65-page booklet with an extensive index with over 8000 place names, including natural features such as mountains, alpine passes, etc. The index gives full national grid coordinates for all the entries listed in it & can help in choosing detailed topographic survey maps for all destinations in the country. The booklet also provides other useful information for traveling in Switzerl&, such as full list of roads with seasonal closure, transport of cars by rail, car ferries on lakes, etc. All information

Includes:: English. This title is also available as a single double-sided sheet, but without the index.





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General physical map of Switzerland from the Swiss national survey organization with contours, graphic relief & shading skillfully presenting the country`s mountainous terrain. The cartography is a reduction of the 1:200, 000 topographic series retaining the same information, so most place names are in *very small print*. The map is, therefore, more suitable for reference & not recommended for driving. The map has a 10km grid with Swiss national survey coordinates. Map legend is in German, French & Italian only. ...

Four topographic maps from the Swiss national survey organisation, presented here as a set (but also available separately). The maps skilfully present Switzerland's mountainous terrain, with contours at 100-metre intervals enhanced by graphic relief & shading, rather than offer more specific tourist information. A grid in steps of 20'shows latitude & longitude, with margin ticks for the Swiss national grid. Map legend is in German, French or Italian only. ...

Road map of Switzerland from Hallwag, with a Distoguide incorporated into the map cover, showing at a glance road distances from 24 main cities to several other towns, including many popular resorts such as Zermatt or St. Moritz. Cartographic content is basically the same as in the TCS road map of Switzerland from Hallwag ...

Switzerland in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...

Despite its position at the heart of Europe & its quintessentially European nature, Switzerland`s history is often overlooked within the English-speaking world. This comprehensive & engaging history of Switzerland traces the historical & cultural development of this fascinating but neglected European country from the end of the Dark Ages up to the present. The authors focus on the initial Confederacy of the Middle Ages; the religious divisions which threatened it after 1500 & its surprising survival amongst Europe`s monarchies; the turmoil following the French Revolution & conquest, which continued until the Federal Constitution of 1848; the testing of the Swiss nation through the late nineteenth century & then two World Wars & the Depression of the 1930s; & the unparalleled economic & social growth & political success of the post-war era. The book concludes with a discussion of the contemporary challenges, often shared with neighbours, that shape the country today. ...

Switzerland in the Culture Smart range of pocket-sized guide books; providing detailed information on local customs, culture, etiquette & manners & ensuring that visitors are prepared for a diverse range of social environments. The series covers an extensive number of countries worldwide & are designed both for those working & living abroad, as well as for visitors who do not want to offend, either intentionally or inadvertently. Their aim is to prevent readers from making embarrassing mistakes & feel confident in unfamiliar situations, while preparing them before arrival on what to expect & how to behave. Each guide is arranged thematically, with dedicated individual chapters on land & people, values & attitudes, customs & traditions, making friends, people at home, ...

Small size cloth-backed version of a reproduction by Old Folding Maps of Switzerland & the Alps around 1890, published by J. Bartholomew. The map covers Switzerland & the Alps. Each cloth-backed individual map is presented folded in a colourful case covered with a unique design marbled paper – no two cases are identical. Please note: this title is also available in a larger size. To see the list of all the titles in this series from the Old Folding Maps please click on the series link. ...