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| Switzerland is a small multi-cultural, multi-lingual
country located in the very heart of Europe. It shares common
frontiers with five countries - Germany, France, Italy, Austria
and the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein. Switzerland is
therefore at the crossroads of the continent. It is a focal point
of international air, road and rail traffic and easily accessible
within hours from major European cities and centers. |
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Switzerland's main international airports of Zurich
and Geneva are among the most modern in Europe. They are served by
the leading airlines of nearly 100 countries - among them
award-winning Swissair and European carrier Crossair - and both
airports are linked to the nation's rail network. Smaller
international airports are located in Basel, Berne and Lugano. |
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Thanks to its convenient central location,
Switzerland is also served by fast reliable inter-European rail
services from at least a dozen countries. Daily services operate
from major cities in Germany, Italy, Austria, Spain, France, the
Czech Republic, Hungary, Scandinavia, and the Benelux countries.
Most trains include dining cars, bars and a wide range of other
amenities and - for night travel - comfortable sleeping
compartments.
For travelers arriving by road, Switzerland is
linked to Europe's extensive motorway network. Cross-border travel
is trouble free, with the minimum of delay and formalities. |
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gratefully acknowledge Switzerland
Tourism for granting permission to use information and images from
their web site.
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