April Exclusive: Swiss Tulip Park in Bloom with the Alps in the Background

▲ Switzerland’s seasonal tulip garden in April, with the snow-covered Alps in the background. (Photo / Provided by Yiyang Travel Agency, the same below)

Travel Center / Taipei Report

In English, "April" means flower, signifying the farewell to winter and the arrival of joyful springtime. In Europe, the flower most representative of April is undoubtedly the tulip, with the Keukenhof Garden in the Netherlands being the most famous. Actually, if you want to go flower viewing in Europe in April, Switzerland is also a great choice. Yang Zhenfa, General Manager of Yiyang Travel Agency, said: “Switzerland has a seasonal tulip garden in April, set against the snow-dusted Alps, offering a completely different scenic beauty from the Netherlands.”


▲ Switzerland’s limited-time tulip garden in April.

In April, Switzerland features majestic alpine peaks and cherry blossoms scattered across the landscape. Most uniquely, there is a seasonal tulip garden located by Lake Geneva. The blooming flowers sway in the breeze, with the snow-capped Alps in the distance and the shimmering waters of Lake Geneva nearby, presenting a scene entirely different from that of the Netherlands. Strolling through it, you can experience the serene atmosphere of daily life in the crisp spring air—a totally different sight from Asia.

If you visit Switzerland in April, Yang Zhenfa recommends that travelers take the Glacier Express, the Bernina Railway, and mountain trains to admire the Matterhorn and Jungfrau mountains, ride cable cars to view Mont Blanc, Titlis, and Säntis, and slowly explore well-preserved cultural towns such as Bern, Bellinzona, Lucerne, and Zurich to soak in unique historical vibes. Interested travelers can also check out the various Switzerland travel sharing events after the Lunar New Year.