Bathing and Swimming Switzerland

Swimming, stand-up paddling, boating, or simply sunning yourself – these places are located on Switzerland's most beautiful lakes, fantastic for vacations and quick getaways on the water.

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These accommodation options are perfect for water-based vacations.

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Studio Marzili 4

Studio as the Ideal Starting Point for a Break in Bern

  • Bern
  • Rich 3*

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0 reviews

1 person / night
From CHF 170.00

schlaf schön tuch & laube

Beautiful Rooms in Old Town House in Aarau Style on the River Aar

  • Aarau
  • Rich 3*

9.8

Fantastic

12 reviews

1 person / night
From CHF 85.00

Studweid

Be a Guest of the Storyteller of Spiez

  • Spiez
  • Rich 3*

9.8

Fantastic

37 reviews

1 person / night
From CHF 58.00

Universum Biel - Bienne Univers

A True Haven of Relaxation at the Edge of the Forest Above the City of Biel

  • Biel/Bienne
  • Deluxe buffet 5*

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0 reviews

1 person / night
From CHF 64.80

Blue Wall Bed & Breakfast

Comfortable Studios near the River

  • Gebenstorf
  • Deluxe buffet 5*

10

Fantastic

3 reviews

1 person / night
From CHF 95.00

Schlafen im Gartenhaus

  • Gretzenbach
  • Rich 3*

9.9

Fantastic

3 reviews

1 person / night
From CHF 75.00

B&B Kohlershof

Four-Room Apartment Located at the River Birs

  • Liesberg
  • Rich 3*

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0 reviews

1 person / night
From CHF 70.00

B&B Schulhaus Berg

Modern Rooms in a Former School

  • Luzern
  • Deluxe 4*

9.9

Fantastic

9 reviews

1 person / night
From CHF 160.00

Auszeit

Room or Entire Holiday Flat in the Nature Park Gantrisch

  • Wattenwil
  • Rich 3*

10

Fantastic

23 reviews

1 person / night
From CHF 63.00

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Dip a toe in, enjoy a cocktail, or take a pedalo out on the water – bathing and swimming in Switzerland.

The bath towel in the shade of the lime tree, an ice cream in your hand and the view of the vastness of the lake. There are numerous recreational areas in Switzerland with inexpensive accommodation in Lake / river proximity. Ideal for a Short trip on weekends or for relaxing vacations with family or friends. In many places you can Stand Up Paddle and Pedal boats be rented for the special water fun.

Some hosts also offer their guests special Experiences near the water: a Dinner inclusive Sailing trip by moonlight, a hike in combination with Yoga at the lake or a Walk at full moon to the waterfall. These are experiences that remain in the memory and are best as a surprise for an anniversary or as a Gift idea suitable for the dear in-laws.

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We reveal Switzerland's darkest stargazing spots and the loveliest B&Bs and mountain huts nearby. We wish you clear skies, plenty of shooting stars, and at least one wish that comes true.

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