LGBT Travellers

Attitudes to homosexuality are progressive. Same-sex partnerships are recognised (although gay couples are not permitted to adopt children or have fertility treatment). Major cities have LGBT+ bars, and pride marches are held in Geneva (early July) and Zürich (mid-July).

Useful websites:

• www.gay.ch (in German)
• www.myswitzerland.com Information on gay-friendly accommodation and events if you type ‘Gay & Lesbian’ into the search function
• www.pinkcross.ch (in German and French)