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Old Aug 12th, 2015 | 02:48 PM
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Swiss Map for driving

Hi

I would like a suggestion for a road map to use while driving in Switzerland. Most of our driving will be from Interlaken to Ascona, but there may be other short trips.

I am very aware of the wonderful trains and public transportation available. I just need a good road map.

Thank you for any suggestions.
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Old Aug 12th, 2015 | 03:06 PM
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Swiss Hallwag maps are excellent.
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Old Aug 12th, 2015 | 03:50 PM
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We use Michelin maps for almost everywhere - just be sure to get one with enough detail.
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Old Aug 12th, 2015 | 06:40 PM
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I wonder what people think the best ratio is for driving maps. Any preferences?
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Old Aug 12th, 2015 | 07:23 PM
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I suspect that the country map of Switzerland would be sufficient, but Michelin also has regional maps:

http://www.thesavvytraveller.com/ins...witzerland.htm
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Old Aug 12th, 2015 | 11:54 PM
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The Michelin Switzerland National Map has a scale of 1:400K, the Michelin Switzerland Regional Maps have 1:200K, so they have much more details.

I always found ourselves very comfortable with the 1:200K maps, because you find every street on them, even the smaller maps, sights and attractions are marked on the map, you have topography and scenic roads marked by a green stripe.

You may need two of them - Southwest and Southeast, but I always found that good maps are the best investments in travelling.

http://www.amazon.com/Michelin-Switz..._bxgy_14_img_y
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Old Aug 13th, 2015 | 06:44 AM
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These responses are very helpful. Thank you.
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