Currency
Please note that Switzerland remains with the Swiss franc, usually indicated as CHF. While Switzerland is not part of the European Union and thus is not obliged to convert to the Euro, many prices are nonetheless indicated in euros so that visitors may compare prices.
Merchants may accept euros but are not obliged to do so. Change given back to the client will most likely be in Swiss francs.
The Swiss franc comes in the following denominations:
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Coins
5, 10, 20, 50 Cents and 1, 2, 5 Francs
Bank notes
10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 1000 Francs
Route
Travel Planning
- Customs entry regulations
- Passports & Visas
- Recommended Travel Period
- Grand Train Tour of Switzerland
- Guided Tours
General information
What to do in Switzerland
Best places to visit
Car-free destination
Swiss Alps
Transportation in Switzerland
Swiss Rail Passes
Scenic Trains
Switzerland sample Itineraries
Vacation Planner
Grand Tour of Switzerland