General Info
The roads of Switzerland offer spectacular views of the Alps, one of the world’s most spectacular mountain ranges. The alpine passes are easy to drive but extra caution is advised on narrow and winding roads. You can also tour through the medieval villages, beautiful flower gardens and visit one of the many Swiss vineyards. Beware that during the summer and winter tourist season, traffic tends to be heaviest.

Requirements
To rent a car, you must be at least 20 years old (age may vary by car category) and have held your license for 1 year. Drivers under the age of 25 may incur a young driver surcharge. Seatbelts are mandatory and child seats are mandatory for children up to age 7.

Speed Limits
Speed limits in Switzerland are as follows: City 31mph/49kph Open Roads 50mph/80kph Highways 75mph/120kph

Rules of the Road
Traffic travels on the right and passing is forbidden on roads with double white lines. Trams always have the right of way. Moving trams should be passed on the right but passed on the left at all other times.

Fuel
Most fuel stations are open from 8am to 10pm. Some self-service stations accept credit cards and Swiss Francs at the pump.

Tolls
Highways in Switzerland require a toll sticker that costs approximately US$28. Cars rented in Switzerland have the sticker attached; otherwise you must purchase the sticker separately. The fine is approx US$100 for driving with out a sticker.

Parking
Most cities have "blue zones" that require you to display a parking disc on your dashboard. These discs can be obtained at motor clubs, gas stations and police stations. Parking on the sidewalks is illegal in Switzerland.

Useful Terms
Detour - Umweg
Diesel - Diesel
Entrance - Eingang, Einfahrt
Exit - Ausgang
Forbidden - verboten
Four Lane Highway - Landstrasse
Gasoline - Benzin
Motor oil - Motor Oel, Öl
No parking - Parken verboten
One-way - Einbahnstrasse
Police - Polizei

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