Switzerland

Geneva stands at the western end of Lake Geneva where the Rhône flows back toward France. Mountains, parks, international institutions, residential districts and a compact historic centre shape a city closely connected with water, the Protestant Reformation, science and diplomacy.

Lucerne works both as a lakeside city and a mountain gateway. With children, the key is separating the centre, lake, museum and alpine outing so weather can change the order without ruining the trip.

Zurich works best when families organise districts, ages and realistic travel time within the context of Switzerland.