--- title: "Romantic weekend in Switzerland: 6 getaway ideas for two" description: "Lavaux, Gruyères, Zermatt, Gstaad, Saint-Ursanne, Leukerbad: 6 ideas for a romantic weekend in Switzerland, perfect for a second date." url: https://velvet-dating.ch/en/guide/week-end-en-amoureux-suisse lang: en updated: 2026-11-12 --- ![A fireside chalet in Zermatt facing the Matterhorn](https://cms.velvet-dating.ch/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/guide-chalet-cervin.jpg) Guide # Romantic weekends in Switzerland: 6 ideas for a second date By the Velvet team Updated 12 November 2026 6-minute read After a few conversations and a first drink, the idea of a romantic weekend soon follows. Here are six ideas in Switzerland for taking the time to get to know each other, from Lake Geneva to the Alps, without travelling too far. ## 1. Montreux and the Lavaux vineyards ![A couple seen from behind, hand in hand, in the Lavaux vineyards](https://cms.velvet-dating.ch/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/couple-lavaux-editorial.jpg) A walk through the Lavaux terraces, between Lausanne and Montreux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007. You can go up on foot or by train, stop in a wine cellar for a tasting, then finish with dinner overlooking the lake. Ideal in spring and autumn, when the light on Lake Geneva is at its softest. **Who is it for?** Wine lovers and those who enjoy a gentle walk. The scenery gets the conversation going, and you can shorten or extend the walk as you please. ## 2. Gruyères, the medieval village ![Wheels of Gruyère lined up in a maturing cellar in Gruyères](https://cms.velvet-dating.ch/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/guide-gruyeres.jpg) A fully pedestrianised medieval village, with cobbled lanes and a 13th-century castle you can visit. In the evening, a fondue for two. A setting made for long conversations. **Who is it for?** Those who love history and good food. Gruyères can be seen in a day; a night there gives you time to enjoy the village once the visitors have gone. Not met the right person yet? Every day, Velvet introduces you to a few profiles chosen to match your criteria, close to home.[Pre-register](https://velvet-dating.ch/en/preinscription) ## 3. Zermatt, at the foot of the Matterhorn ![The Matterhorn reflected in a mountain lake above Zermatt](https://cms.velvet-dating.ch/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/guide-zermatt.jpg) A car-free village: you leave your car in Täsch and finish the journey on the shuttle train. Walks for every level, views of the Matterhorn and cosy chalets for the evening. **Who is it for?** Couples who love the mountains, summer or winter, and like the idea of leaving the car behind for a weekend. ## 4. The GoldenPass Express to Gstaad ![A GoldenPass train rounding a bend between meadows and forest](https://cms.velvet-dating.ch/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/guide-goldenpass.jpg) The journey is part of the weekend. The GoldenPass Express links Montreux and Interlaken with no change of train, through the cantons of Vaud, Fribourg and Bern, with large windows framing lakes, mountains and villages as they go by. Get off at Gstaad for a night in the Saanenland and its chalet villages, or carry on to the end of the line. Remember to book your seats. **Who is it for?** Those who like to take their time. The train becomes a moment for two, with no steering wheel or road map. ## 5. Saint-Ursanne, on the banks of the Doubs ![The fountain square in Saint-Ursanne at dusk](https://cms.velvet-dating.ch/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/guide-saint-ursanne.jpg) In the Jura, a small town with a medieval centre, reached by a bridge over the Doubs. Its three gates, its lanes and its collegiate church with its massive bell tower make for an intimate setting, far from the bustle. A quiet destination for an off-season weekend, with walks along the river and peaceful evenings. **Who is it for?** Couples looking for peace and quiet and small towns full of character, away from the big destinations. ## 6. Leukerbad and its thermal baths ![A hiker on a mountain trail in the Swiss Alps](https://cms.velvet-dating.ch/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/guide-sentier-alpes.jpg) In Valais, at around 1,400 metres above sea level, Leukerbad (Loèche-les-Bains) is a spa resort set in an imposing Alpine landscape. You unwind in the thermal pools, indoors and out, facing the mountains. An especially good idea in winter, when steam rises into the cold air. **Who is it for?** Those who mainly want to relax. A day at the baths, an evening in the warm: the ideal plan for talking without hurrying. ## Practical tips - Agree on sharing costs from the start to avoid any awkwardness. - Leave each other some time alone. - Choose a destination you can reach by train: you enjoy the journey together, without the fatigue of driving. - Book separate rooms if you would rather take your time; nothing says you have to share everything on your first weekend. - Plan an activity, but not a timetable. The best moments are often the ones you had not planned. Not quite at the weekend stage yet? Start with dinner: our recommendations are in [Romantic restaurants in Lausanne](https://velvet-dating.ch/guide/restaurants-romantiques-lausanne). Frequently asked questions ## Your questions Where can I go for a romantic weekend in French-speaking Switzerland? Lavaux and Montreux for the lake and vineyards, Gruyères for its medieval village, Saint-Ursanne in the Jura for peace and quiet, or Leukerbad in Valais for the thermal baths. Further afield, Zermatt and the Matterhorn, or Gstaad on the GoldenPass Express from Montreux. Is a weekend away too soon after a first date? There is no rule. If you have already met several times and you both want it, a short getaway close to home is a lovely way to get to know each other. Suggest it simply, without insisting, and give the other person time to answer. How can I suggest a weekend for two without any pressure? Suggest a specific but light idea: a day in Lavaux or a night in Gruyères, rather than a long stay. Make it clear that each of you is free to say no or suggest something else, and talk early on about accommodation and sharing costs. A short trip, close by and by train, leaves each of you free to head home whenever you like. Where should we go for a romantic break in Switzerland in winter? Zermatt, the car-free village at the foot of the Matterhorn, and Leukerbad, with its open-air thermal baths facing the mountains, are two winter ideas. Gruyères and Saint-Ursanne also lend themselves to quiet off-season weekends. ## More guides ### [Romantic restaurants in Lausanne](https://velvet-dating.ch/en/guide/restaurants-romantiques-lausanne) Our recommendations for dinner for two, from the lake to the old town. ### [How to get a first date right](https://velvet-dating.ch/en/guide/premier-rendez-vous) Simple tips for feeling at ease and staying safe. ### [Avoiding romance scams](https://velvet-dating.ch/en/guide/arnaques-sentimentales) The warning signs to know before you trust someone. ## Your selection is waiting Pre-register: 15 days on us when we open, starting the first time you log in. No bank card needed. [Save my spot](https://velvet-dating.ch/en/preinscription)