Come with me to explore the beautiful lakes in Switzerland
1. Lake Zurich
Lake Zurich is located at an altitude of 406m, with a large area, 40km long and 3km wide. At its maximum depth, it reaches 143 m. The water of the lake is very clean, the flow comes from the Swiss mountains and is used to supply water to the surrounding cities, the largest of which is Zurich with about 360,000 inhabitants.
Lake Zurich is bent. Almost banana-shaped, framed in the south by the hills of Albis and Zimmerberg or the series of hills of Pfannenstiel in the north. The lake is surrounded by the cantons of Zurich, St. Gallen and Schwyz. At the western end of the lake is the city of Zurich. The water of the lake flows out of the lake at its northwest end, passing through the city of Zurich. The highest point of the lake's drainage basin is Todi at 3,614m above sea level. The lake's banks are flanked by gentle slopes, covered with vineyards and orchards, to hills with views of the Alps to the south.
On clear weekends and evenings, the west side of the lake is usually less crowded than the east side. Many people frequent the top part of the lake for a walk. But if you continue south, you'll leave the larger crowds behind and find plenty of beautiful places to wander around. At the eastern end of the lake is the rose town of Rapperswil. In the public gardens, visitors will find more than 15,000 rose bushes in bloom with over 600 different varieties. It features a lakeside promenade with Mediterranean charm, a picturesque Old Town and a medieval castle. It all makes this port town a popular place for excursions.
Stretching along the north side of the lake, from Zollikon to Feldmeilen is the famous Viking "Golden Coast". The area has many spacious villas and exclusive properties. Rapperswil or Rose Town is known for its beautiful rose garden with over 15,000 bushes. There is also the medieval castle, the wooden bridge between Rapperswil and Hurden, the old town and the lakeside area of Rapperswil. Around the lake are some favorite spots for locals, such as the Alpamare water park in Pfaffikon or the Baroque church of Lachen and Kilchberg. The island of Ufenau and the island of Lutzelau of Lake Zurich are also very beautiful, especially in summer. The water of the lake is very clean, perfect for swimming and even used for drinking.
Lake Zurich is really a large, quiet, poetic lake with many picturesque villages. The lake water is so clear that you can see the bottom of the lake and the fish swimming in it. Previously, the lake was a transportation route, today it is a popular place for excursions.
It is refreshing to visit Lake Zurich in the middle of a summer day. Here, visitors can take a cruise around the lake, participate in many interesting activities.
2. Lake Blausee
Blausee is known as the "Swiss Pearl Eye". The lake has a rather small area of about 7,000 square meters, nestled in a forest in the Kandergrund valley. Surrounding the lake is an extremely beautiful natural landscape, immense green pine forest, far away are majestic mountains undulating and winding, a small road leading to the lake bed is beautiful and poetic ... making this place a destination. Ideal for those who love the beauty of nature, want to enjoy peaceful and poetic moments in the middle of a charming place.
There are many interesting stories surrounding the legend of Lake Blausee. It is said that the blue lake water is a mourning tear for the failed love of a beautiful girl, she ended her life in misery here. If you look closely, you will see that there is a statue of a girl in the lake, which is in memory of her.
In fact, the lake was created after a landslide occurred about 15,000 years ago. The water from the lake bed is nourished by underground springs flowing deep underground, so the lake water is always maintained at a cool temperature and lush nature all year round. You may not know that this is an extremely ideal habitat for fish, including salmon (a precious fish with high nutritional value).
In 1885, Lake Blausee was recognized by Switzerland as one of the national protected natural landscapes.
3. Lake Thun
With freshwater pools, waterfront and snow-covered beaches and mountain views, that's why Lake Thun, the region's largest lake in the Bernese Oberland in Switzerland, is named after the city of Thun. The lake was created after the last ice age. After the 10th century, it split from Lake Brienz. The peak of the lake's drainage basin is Finsteraarhorn at 4,274m above sea level.
Visiting the lake area, visitors will conquer the St. Jacob runs north towards Beatus Caves St. Boat trips, windsurfing, windsurfing or canoeing and take a gentle cruise along the lake.
Visiting here in July, visitors will have the opportunity to witness the unique Lake Thun festival, where famous musicals are performed on a brilliant floating stage, specially designed for this event. and anchored on the lake.
4. Lake Walen
Lake Walen is a lake in eastern Switzerland separating the cantons of Glarus and St. Gallen. It is part of an area called Heidiland. Mountains rise almost vertically on all sides of the lake and nestled on small plateaus and along the coast are a number of traditional Swiss towns. Under the sloping southern face of Churfirsten lies the small village of Quinten. It can only be reached by boat from Murg or on foot.
To the west of Quinten, the mighty Seerenbach waterfalls spew water, from a cave system of three caverns at nearly 600m down the cliff. This waterfall is especially impressive in spring, when the snow melts them into a floodwater. Perched high on a sunny plateau and overlooking the north shore of Lake Walen is the town of Amden. The village, adjacent ski slopes as well as hiking trails are a popular tourist destination throughout the year. On the other side of the lake, other highlights await at Flumserberg, the largest winter sports area in the region consisting of several villages and a huge network of slopes, paths and bike paths.
Lake Walen is located in eastern Switzerland, about an hour away from Zürich. There is a direct train from Zürich to Walenstadt, so it is very convenient for visitors to combine sightseeing when having the opportunity to come to Switzerland. Boats on Lake Walen run throughout the year, although in winter service is limited to the routes from Murg to Quinten.
5. Lake Geneva
Lake Geneva (also known as Lake Leman) flows into the Rhone River. The crescent-shaped lake is the largest natural freshwater lake in Switzerland. The north bank of the lake is 95km long, the south bank is 72km long. The south shore of the lake is bordered by the Chablais Alps and the east side is bordered by the Bernese Alps.
The landscape along the lakeshore is very diverse. At the end of the east bank between Villeneuve and Vevey is a majestic high mountain range. On the north bank are vineyards, undulating hills, and many rural villages and medieval castles. Meanwhile, to the south, the landscape has a wild, mountainous character.
Lake Geneva belongs to two countries: 60% in Switzerland and 40% in France. It is one of the largest lakes in Western Europe. The ancient Romans called the lake Lemannus Limne, and the medieval locals called it Lausanne. The lake became Lake Geneva when the city of Geneva became powerful in the 18th century. The beauty of the lake attracted many rich and famous people to visit, even build houses along the lakeshore. Among them are Charlie Chaplin, Vladimir Lenin, Freddy Mercury and David Bowie.
Today, Lake Geneva has become an ideal getaway with many water sports and walking trails. Here, most of the towns along the lake are connected by boat. Therefore, visitors can also choose to cruise by boat at several points along the shore.
6. Lake LEJ da Staz
Surrounded by the vast Staz forest, Lake LEJ da Staz has a legendary atmosphere with its floating island of towering reed and clover swamps. An easy 30-minute walk from St.Moritz leads to the lake, passing through some breathtaking mountain scenery, or if you fancy an alternative, take a horseback ride into the paths surrounding the lake.
Enjoying the warmth of the Engadin valley, Lake Staz is the perfect outdoor swimming spot and draws hundreds of swimmers to the shore during the summer. Picnic spots, or LEJ da Staz restaurants serve up some delicious ice cream. Visit during the winter months and you can use the skating rink too.
7. Lake Oeschinensee
Dubbed the most beautiful lake in Switzerland, Lake Oeschinensee is nestled in the Oeschinen valley, just a few kilometers from Kandersteg, in a quiet, isolated alpine place. The lake's turquoise water is very beautiful, one side of the lake is a forest, the other side is a gentle mountain with beautiful small houses and green grasslands stretching. Here, you can participate in activities such as boating, BBQ by the lake. And a small note that, if you take the cable car to the lake, pay attention to the last trip down at 6pm, otherwise you have to walk down the mountain for about 1 hour! Coming here, visitors combined with nearby Blausee Lake is also great.
8. Lake Brienz
Located between the alpine villages of Brienz and Bönigen, Lake Brienzer is a "good candidate" with ridge views, deep forests, turquoise waters. Coming here, visitors will have to be "bewildered" by the enchanting beauty of majestic mountains covered with white snow and enchanting white glaciers like a solid goal covering the blue lake.
At the foot of the mountain is a grassy steppe dotted with millions of colorful wildflowers, the air is cold and clear, in the distance are scattered charming ancient villages lying peacefully and small in front of the majestic and wild scenery. A small path winding between colorful carpets like soft silk. The valley at that time was like a picture that was meticulously edited, from the grass, the steep cliffs or the gentle breezes spreading the scent of flowers, etc., every detail left the viewer speechless. because the scene is too beautiful, too love, too romantic. This place will be the paradise of those who like a peaceful life, close to nature, and also a great suggestion for tourists who want a place to rest and relax after days of racing with the world. Live in a busy city.
Standing from above, looking towards Lake Brienz, visitors will see that it is not a simple profile, but a giant silent mirror of nature. That mirror shines like a fairyland, the past years have reflected both the sky and the drifting clouds. When the sun's rays illuminating the lake surface shimmering reflections, the atmosphere becomes magical. With its impressive beauty, Lake Brienz has become the choice of many tourists around the world, and this is also the endless inspiration of artists, painters, and romantic poets. If you have a chance to come to this place and witness the painting of Lake Brienz, surely you only wish to live in this place for the rest of your life.
Coming to Lake Brienz, visitors will be cleansed by the scenery, breathe in the fresh air, watch the precious moments of nature, walk around the tranquil lakeshore, Being immersed in the whisper of the glacier or lightly touching your feet on the soft grass covered with more dew, ... All will be unforgettable experiences and memories of a trip in life.
9. Lake Lucerne
Lake Lucerne is the 4th largest lake in the country and has a complex shape, surrounded by curves into the mountains and the city of Lucerne. The lake has a total area of 114 square kilometers. The lakes and shoreline have many beautiful views, especially of Mount Rigi and Mount Pilatus.
It is possible to walk around the lake by road. Visitors should be wary that this route is slow, twisted, and passes through many tunnels. The lake is a popular tourist destination, for both expats and Swiss, with many hotels, resorts, and other facilities along the coast. It is recommended to book a lake boat tour to fully enjoy the attractions.
10. Lake Walensee
Walensee is one of the most beautiful natural lakes in Switzerland, surrounded by high mountain cliffs in the Alps and beautiful villages perched on the mountainside. To the south of the lake is where towns and villages can be found, while to the north is the majestic Churfirsten range. Here the Quinten countryside is idyllic, peaceful, and completely car-free. Just a few minutes from Lake Walensee is the sports resort of Flumserberg - where you can ski in winter; hiking, biking and climbing in the summer.
