Complete information about Switzerland's road network and Vignette Schweiz requirements. Learn about motorway access, road regulations, and compliance requirements.
Switzerland has an extensive and well-maintained road network, including motorways, expressways, and mountain passes. The Vignette Schweiz system regulates access to motorways.
Swiss roads are categorized into different types:
The vignette is valid for 14 months, from December 1st of the year before the year indicated until January 31st of the following year.
The standard price is 40 Swiss Francs (CHF), which is a flat rate regardless of how often you use the motorways.
Required for all motorized vehicles including cars, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tons gross vehicle weight.
Buy your vignette from authorized locations including border crossings, post offices, gas stations, or online. The cost is 40 CHF and it's valid for 14 months.
Carefully peel off the backing and apply the vignette to the inside of your windshield, preferably in the top right corner. Ensure it's clearly visible.
After application, verify that the vignette is clearly visible from outside the vehicle and properly adhered to the windshield.
Once properly applied, you can use all Swiss motorways and expressways for the duration of the vignette's validity period.
The vignette covers a 14-month period, providing excellent value for money. This extended period ensures continuous coverage across year boundaries.
All Swiss motorways and expressways are covered, including major tunnel systems, mountain pass roads, and urban motorway sections throughout the country.