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Self-catering chalets and apartments can be found in all major resorts and many smaller mountain villages too, and these can be cost-effective for small groups of friends and families based in one place for a week or more. Again, tourist offices can provide a list of properties.

Wild camping is officially banned throughout Switzerland, but approved campsites will be found in major mountain resorts. Facilities are not always of a high standard, although the majority are well equipped and efficiently run, and sites are classified from 1-star to 5-star, which should provide a clue as to what to expect. A number of sites are fully subscribed in July and August, so booking ahead is recommended. Check with the tourist office of your chosen resort for details.

Flexible holiday packages that provide both accommodation and travel can be useful for outdoor activists content with a base in a specific resort. ‘Lakes and Mountains’ specialists such as Crystal (www.crystalholidays.co.uk), Inghams (www.inghams.co.uk), Kuoni (www.kuoni.co.uk) and Thomson (www.thomsonlakes.co.uk) all have a range of competitively priced deals in a number of Swiss resorts.