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Road Genius compares campervan rentals from many Swiss suppliers so you can see prices and vehicle layouts in one place. Zurich Airport, Basel and Geneva are common pick-up points, with good highway links to the Alps and neighboring countries. Campsites near Zurich often close for winter, so always check opening dates.
| Season | Avg High °C │ °F | Good time? |
|---|---|---|
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | 4 °│ 39 ° | Ski season but campsites mostly close |
| Spring (Mar–May) | 14 °│ 57 ° | Yes, mild weather and fewer crowds |
| Summer (Jun–Aug) | 24 °│ 75 ° | Yes, lake swimming and long days |
| Autumn (Sep–Nov) | 14 °│ 57 ° | Yes, good hiking weather but some sites close after October |
The Swiss highway speed limit is 120 km/h (75 mph) unless signs show different limits.
You need a CHF 40 highway vignette before driving on any highway. Buy at the border, post offices or fuel stations and stick it on the windshield.
In towns the limit is 50 km/h (31 mph) and 30 km/h (19 mph) in many residential areas.
Winter tires are not required by law but police can fine you if you block traffic without them. Some mountain roads require snow chains when signs indicate this.
Zurich has many blue-zone parking areas. Display a free parking disc to show arrival time and move your vehicle after one hour (Monday to Saturday 08:00–19:00).
Fuel stations on highways are open 24 hours and accept credit cards, but smaller rural stations can be unmanned at night.
| Place | Hook-ups | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camping Fischers Fritz, Zurich city | Water+Electric | Lakeside location, tram to city center in 10 minutes, on-site restaurant | High price, book 6+ months ahead, vehicles max 8 meters |
| Camping Au, Wädenswil | Full | Quiet location, direct train to Zurich main station in 25 minutes | Limited spaces, closes mid-October to April |
| Camping Türlersee, Affoltern a.A. | Full | Forest setting, swimming lake, good for families | Narrow access road, phone booking only |
| Stellplatz Brunau, Zurich (RV area) | None | 24-hour ticket machine, 15-minute walk to trams | No power or water, maximum stay 24 hours |
| Wild camping in Canton Zurich | – | Free if you find space above tree line | Mostly illegal below 2,000 meters, fines up to CHF 200 |
Carry your passport and rental documents. Police do regular checks near borders.
Emergency numbers: 112 (general), 117 (police), 118 (fire), 144 (ambulance).
Quiet hours at most Swiss campsites are 22:00–07:00. Security may ask you to turn off engines during these times.
You must separate garbage. Standard bags need a local tax sticker called "Gebührensack" sold in supermarkets.
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