FAQs

  1. How good a swimmer do I need to be?

We can cater for a wide range of swimming abilities, but typically you should be able to complete 1km in between 10-25 minutes

  1. How cold are the lakes and do I need a wetsuit?

Typical water temperatures during summer are 16-22 degrees C, which for most people will be comfortable without a wet suit, but you can bring one if you wish

  1. How far will we be swimming each day?

This will really depend on how much you want to swim. Probably at least 3km should be expected, but it will be possible to do much more than that if you want to

  1. Can I come along with a partner but not take part in the swimming

Yes, this is no problem at all, although the cost will be the same.

  1. My children are teenagers, would it be possible for us all to take part.

Yes as long as you are with them.

  1. What currency is used in Switzerland

Most places take credit cards but if you want to bring cash the currency is Swiss Francs (CHF) not Euros

  1. Which plug adaptors are needed

Type C or Type J, not Type E that are typically used in Europe