Schwyz: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

The Federal Charter Museum in Schwyz displays the Federal Charter of 1291 and interprets the history and myths of the Swiss Confederation. For travellers interested in Swiss history, it offers a tangible point of cultural connection.

You can rent a holiday apartment in Schwyz.

Culture

The museum’s exhibition covers the history of the Old Swiss Confederacy, including medieval life, conflicts, compromises, and the battles of Morgarten and Marignano. It features original documents and a collection of flags.

Charenstöckli, Firenstöckli, Rot Turen and Muotathal Abbey are located in the surrounding area of Schwyz.

The island of Schwanau is located in the vicinity of Schwyz.

In the wider regional area around Schwyz are Rapperswil Abbey and the Männedorf otter enclosure.

The surrounding area also offers hiking and cycling routes, excursion opportunities and ski areas.

For the wider regional context, an entry by Schwyz Tourism on Ried in Muotathal describes the Stoosbahn, Fronalpstock and Lake Lucerne as nearby attractions.

For further location options, the destination pages for Goldau, Unteriberg, Stoos, Rickenbach Bei Schwyz, Lauerz, Illgau, Brunnen and Rothenthurm are also available.

For the higher-level travel overview: Schwyz.