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🇨🇭 Switzerland · Rated or informational

Beaches, lakes & rivers

Where to swim, paddle and cool off in Switzerland, and how clean the water is.

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BeachesThe best stretches near Zürich and Geneva, Blue Flag or equivalent ratings, lifeguard seasons and facilities.
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LakesSwimming lakes, water quality reports and lakeside towns.
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RiversSafe swimming spots, kayaking and rafting, and rivers to avoid.
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Water qualityOfficial bathing-water monitoring, seasonal algae and jellyfish, and whether tap water is drinkable.
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SeasonTemperate with real seasons; cold snowy winters in the mountains, warm summers by the lakes. Ticino is Mediterranean.
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HazardsCurrents, rips, marine life and flags. Severe-weather risk rating 25/100.

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