Chur Switzerland Travel Guide
Switzerland has excellent mobile network coverage. Major providers include Swisscom, Sunrise, and Salt. Prepaid SIM cards are available at provider stores, post offices, and electronic shops. Passport needed for registration.
Wi-Fi is widely available and often free in hotels, restaurants, cafes, and train stations. Look for "Swisscom Public WLAN" hotspots.
Swiss Post (Die Post) is a reliable and efficient service. Post offices are easily found in Chur.
Official language in Chur is German (Swiss German dialect spoken, High German used in writing). English is widely understood in tourist areas.
Switzerland has excellent connectivity. Learning a few German phrases enriches your travel.
Knowing local hours and public holidays facilitates your daily pursuits.
Nearly all shops open from 9 AM to 6:30 PM (Mon-Fri), 5 PM during Saturdays. Train station shops may open longer, including Sundays.
Lunch from 11:30 AM to 2 PM. Dinner from 6 PM or 6:30 PM, until 9:30 PM or 10 PM. Many close between lunch and dinner.
Museums typically open from 10 AM to 5 PM, usually closed on Mondays. Always verify specific museum schedules.
Banks usually open from 9 AM to 4:HALF PAST or 5 PM (Mon-Fri). ATMs (Bancomat) are widely available 24/7.
Switzerland observes national and cantonal public holidays. Most shops, banks, and post offices are closed.
Always verify operating times for shops, restaurants, and attractions, especially during public holidays and shoulder seasons.
Adhering to local customs fosters a smoother travel experience.
Shake hands when meeting and leaving, especially formally. Direct eye contact is common. Use formal "Sie" with strangers.
Dress is generally conservative but practical. Dress neatly. Cover shoulders and knees for churches.
Wait to be seated in restaurants. "En Guete!" is a common phrase. It is polite to finish food.
Photographing public places and landmarks is acceptable. Ask permission for close-ups of individuals.
Adopting local customs and showing consideration enriches interactions. Embrace the People of switzerland way of life.
Chur endeavors to be an inclusive destination, offering resources for travelers with varied mobility needs.
Switzerland leads in accessible tourism. Public transport, including trains and modern buses, grows increasingly accessible. Newer buildings and public spaces have ramps, lifts, and accessible restrooms.
SBB (Swiss Federal Railways) provides pre-booked assistance for travelers with reduced mobility. Most main train stations are accessible.
Seen and tactile guidance systems aid navigation in public spaces.
Services at airports streamline your travel.
Priority Pass access to independent airport lounges globally. Enhances travel comfort.
Compensair aids customers in receiving compensation for flight delays, cancellations, or refused entry onto the plane. A valuable service for travelers.
