December in SWITZERLAND – THIS you NEED to KNOW!

December is a very interesting time to visit Switzerland. However, there are some important things to bear in mind. Many attractions and roads will be closed due to the Winter season. Thus, traveling in December very much differs from Summer. December is the month of Christmas! There will be many Christmas markets all around Switzerland; in Zürich, Basel, Montreux, and elsewhere. Some Christmas markets are open on a daily base, certain only for few days or on weekends. Most of the villages, small towns and cities will have beautiful Christmas light decorations, which are very enjoyable to see. December is considered peak season, surely between Christmas and new Year. Many tourists will flock to Switzerland and hotels are going to be heavily booked! It’s very important to reserve hotels months in advance and restaurants days or weeks before you plan to dine there. During December, there is a chance for snow fall, certainly up in the Swiss Alps there will be quite some snow and even white Christmas is very possible up there. In general, the weather in December in Switzerland is not so cold down in the plateau. Ski resorts are already operating, before Christmas it’s going to be rather empty but between Christmas and New Year it will be full. Most of the pass roads in Switzerland are closed during December; car train tunnels will serve as a shortcut instead. Try also the seasonal food of Switzerland: Fondue, raclette, vermicelles, fondue chinoise and many other delicacies. The many Christmas markets will offer a great selection of Christmas dishes. Traveling in December in Switzerland is surely a great idea! Bare in mind that on Christmas itself, everything is going to be closed and will reopen on 27th of December.

Information about the local tourism:
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Special thanks to Laura, Doreen, Johannes & Melanie

[DjemoGraphic]

Have you yet visited Switzerland in DECEMBER?

[elkakorutcheva]

The best time to celebrate and to see all the Christmas beauties is coming. Thank you for this amazing video, Djemo!

[zarimjamil]

can't wait to be there! I'm visiting Switzerland end of this Nov until Dec with my husband & our 1 year old daughter!!! Thanks for sharing thia Djemo! Like like like!

[karenbognuda]

Christmas is definitely more magical in Switzerland/Europe. I was there in 2015 and as you mentioned, was a bit disappointed at the lack of snow on the ground in the lower regions like Lauterbrunnen. Still it was very beautiful and hope to experience it again.

[Yasin_Affandi]

Thanks for sharing this absolutely wonderful video. Have a lovely celebration.

[MsSasha]

I have been fortunate to visit Switzerland twice (during the summer). We stayed in Lucerne and it was amazing. I bought a watch there and, as a photographer, was captivated by the beauty. I hope to spend a couple of weeks there in the future and travel the entire country.

[jamesmacpherson]

I'm Scottish my partner is swiss from basel but now lives in aargue I am lucky to spend Christmas in Switzerland and I love it I also visit in the spring and summer it's such a magical place 🇨🇭🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[ds.creations]

My dream place switzerland 💖 love from India 🇮🇳

[Dutlaw]

I was supposed to go in November to Zurich but work postponed me to mid December. One of my key places to attend however is Zermatt/ Matterhorn. Based on what you told me. Maybe I should just wait. Great video insight btw!

[laninepomuceno]

God bless us advance Merry Christmas to everyone. Thank you so much and regards to all of you there in your country. Thanks From Lani D. Nepomuceno, Philippines

[tapovardhanraut]

Djemo thanks for sharing Switzerland's Christmas 🎄 Special with very important Information. 👍

[vadodkar]

@DjemoGraphic wonderful video, Thank you! We are traveling to Switzerland from Dec 17th-25th next month from Seattle (Zurich-Zermatt-Bern-Montreux-Basel-Zurich), all your Christmas market tips will keep them handy and we never know we will run into you shooting :)

[johannasalazar]

We adore your videos! Please make them longer 🥰😍

[PhantomOfDarkness]

I already left switzerland 10 days ago and spent two weeks in October there, I already miss it! wish I could've experienced the Christmas markets as my birthday is in December, but thats okay, maybe next time!

[CeritaFandaVancouver]

Outstanding vlog & superb crystal quality! I love all the information you shared because it really help s& I'm in awe with Switzerland every single time. I had gluvine when I visited ski resort near Munich.

[vincentwan]

Another extraordinary video. Thanks Djomo.

[PhantomOfDarkness]

I actually had horse for the first time, in fact, one of the villages called romont! I think it was one of the best foods ive had

[kellyzoena]

Thanks for sharing ! btw where is the hiking track you mentioned?

[yohanna_paula]

Great video! Other that hotels, I wonder if shops are open in Zermatt on Dec 25 and 26?

[ladya]

Thank you for this, it helps a lot! ☺️