Useful information for our guests

Language
German is spoken in Zurich and the surrounding cantons. Other official languages of Switzerland are French, Italian and Romansh. English is often spoken in larger cities.

Currency
Swiss francs (CHF).

Electricity
220 Volt. Two-way adapters work. The Concierge will be available for any further assistance.

Visa
All residents of the European Union and U.S. can enter Switzerland with a valid passport or personal identification card to stay for up to ninety days. All other countries should contact their nearest Swiss embassy or consulate to find out which documents are necessary for entering Switzerland. 

Climate
Continental with cold winters and hot, dry summers 

Switzerland's National Holidays
- New Year's day(January 1)
- Berchtoldsday (January 2)
- Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Monday
- Ascension Day, Pentecost Sunday and Monday
- Swiss national holiday (August 1)
- Christmas (December 25)
- St. Stephan's Day (December 26)
- New Year's Eve (December 31)

Opening Hours
Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. (large department stores and some supermarkets are open until 8:00 p.m.). Saturdays 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Zurich Tourism
www.zuerich.com