I have been gifting Swiss souvenirs to family and friends for over 25 years. In that time, I quickly realised the kitsch from the souvenir shops, you know the ones: the same mass-made cowbells, cuckoo clocks, and Swiss-flag paraphernalia, weren’t actually kept long. What has stood the test of time as the best Swiss gift are the things made here, by local producers, or go beyond the Swiss cliché.

So I have kept that in mind over the years as I’ve built this Swiss gift guide. Whether you’re looking for a souvenir of your trip, something to remember your time living in Switzerland, or a Swiss gift to bring back for family or friends, you’ll find it here.

The list runs from chocolate (my go-to of course) to homewares, clothing and, yes, the all important Swiss Army knife. Because some gifts are popular for a reason.

There are 100 suggestions, so I’ve divided the list into categories to easily scan and find the right gift or souvenir. While almost all the products are only available in Switzerland, links are provided when something is available in the U.S. as well.

Shopping for children? I have curated a separate list of Swiss gifts for kids. Of course, approved by my own children.

100 Swiss Gift & Souvenir Ideas

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SWISS GIFTS FOR THE HOME

1. Larch Room Spray from Puralpina – Fr. 16.00
2. Lumière des Alpes Candles inspired by alpine smells – Fr. 19.90
3. Pop-art wooden rocking cow from Varsy’s- Fr 24.90
4. Soeder’s collaboration with star Swiss Chef Tanja Grandits includes a Spicy Green Hand Soap – Fr. 65.00
5. Carve-your-own Wooden Cow Kit from Kurts – Fr. 69.00
6. Swiss Cross Cushion from Vachement Suisse – Fr. 85.00
7. Swiss Silhouettes from Paletten Deki – Fr. 159.00
8. Mondaine SBB Clock – Fr 219.00 (CH), $223.50 (US)
9. Matterlight Classic Brass Lamp – Fr. 347.55
10. HansRuedi Modern Cuckoo Clock by Soren Henrichsen – Fr. 398.00

ART, PRINTS & CARDS INSPIRED BY SWITZERLAND

1. Swiss Photography from Kristin Reinhard (that’s me) – like this one of a Swiss Cow
2. Unique Swiss cards from Fidea Design – from Fr. 2.50
3. Ueli Käser Swiss Animal Postcards – Fr 2.90 each or Prints from Fr. 220.00
4. Swiss Legend’s Postcards from Varsy’s – Fr. 3.20
5. Sara M Bench gouache landscape prints via Etsy – from Fr. 18.00
6. Slow Food Calendar Poster via Kurts – Fr. 25.00
7. Transhelvetica Vintage Posters – Fr. 28.00
8. Swiss-themed posters from Kaspar Allenbach – from Fr. 89.00
9. Zurich typography poster by Kartasheva & Hart via NZZ – Fr. 135.00
10. Swiss vintage Tourism Posters – from Fr. 520.00+

SWISS DRINKS TO GIFT: LIQUEURS, GIN & WINE

1. Zürich Tirggel Schnaps – from Fr. 7.50
2. Edelwhite 57 navy Strength Gin distilled in Entlebuch – from Fr. 12.00
3. Zuger AOC Kirsch from Eichhof Walchwil – from Fr. 16.00
4. Beer Tasting Box – from Fr. 27.90
5. Organic Lunaris wine from Zürich – Fr 27.50
6. Dessert wine, Gemma Topas, from Mathier in Valais – Fr. 29.50
7. Aduaba Cocoa-fruit Liqueur – Fr. 45.00
8. Iva Engadin herbal liqueur – Fr. 49.00
9. z’Graggen Wild Gin – Fr. 52.90
10. Tschin Gin via Kurts – Fr. 52.00

SWISS FOOD GIFTS & EDIBLE SOUVENIRS

1. Swiss Safran via Kurts – Fr. 14.00
2. Chocolate sample set from Taucherli – from Fr. 15.90
3. Valle Maggia grown pepper – Fr. 15.50
4. Ballenberg Hamper via Trauffer Specialities – from Fr. 29.00
5. Zug Cherry Gift Box – Fr. 29.00
6. Basel Läckerli “Eiger, Mönch & Jungfrau” selection box – Fr. 29.90
7. 8 pack of Tsüri Sauces – Fr. 40.00
8. A Cheese subscription from Jumi – Fr. 40.00 per month (CH only)
9. Chocolate Tasting box from Max Chocolatier – Fr. 49.00
10. Fräulein Fröhlich Limmat Gift Box – Fr. 83.00

KITCHEN & DINING SWISS GIFTS

1. Victorinox Rex peeler – Fr. 5.90 (CH), $6.95 (US)
2. Böörds Swiss Package Closures (Tütenhüter) set – Fr. 18.90
3. Candle Raclette Gondola – Fr.24.90
4. Alpine Tea Towel from Rominger – Fr. 25.00
5. “Sel de Bex” salt bowl – Fr. 36.00
6. Steinbock potato/bread basket from Lumière des Alpes – Fr. 44.90
7. Züribecher Kreis 1 Coffee/Tea Cup – Fr. 59.90
8. Swiss alps fondue fork set by Swiss Peaks – Fr. 89.00
9. Aebi Pottery fondue pot – from Fr. 119.00
10. Rebecca Clopath bread knife – Fr. 188.00

SWISS CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES

1. Schwingerhose keychain from Kurts – Fr. 19.00 (read about Schwingen here)
2. “Switzerland Great Since 1291” merch (made famous by the 2026 Swiss President) – from Fr. 19.80
3. Stuure Bock cow leather keychain – Fr. 29.00
4. Wickelfisch swim bag – from Fr. 34.90
5. A Swatch watch like “Greetings from Zürich” – from Fr. 75.00
6. Bergduft N°1 Edelweiss perfume – Fr. 79.00
7. Badekultur Swiss-themed towels – from Fr. 84.00
8. Bärli & Schwänli’s upcycled bags – from Fr. 85.90
9. Appenzeller Chüeli belt – from Fr 95.00
10. Fischli Zürich keyrings made from vintage Swiss badges – Fr 129.00

CHRISTMAS AND FESTIVE GIFTS FROM SWITZERLAND

1. Christmas ornaments via Globus – starting from Fr. 9.90
2. Deer and Sparrow Swiss-themed Christmas tree ornament – Fr 12.50
3. Glasi Hergiswil’s handblown glass decorations – from Fr. 13.00
4. Fondue Ornament via Galaxus – Fr. 15.90
5. Christmas ornaments via Schweizer Heimatwerk – Fr. 15.90
6. Johann Wanner’s Swiss ornament collection– from Fr. 22.90
7. Matterhorn Candle via Panorama Knife – Fr. 39.90
8. Lumière des Alpes LED Gondola Fairy Lights – Fr. 69.90
9. Swiss Cookies by Andie Pilot – Fr. 29.90 (CH), $29.38 (US)
10. My Christmas Cookies Card – via Etsy

SWISS BOOKS TO GIFT

1. LOST iN Switzerland – Fr. 33.00 (CH), $24.00 (US) $ (Au)
2. Simply Swiss, Andie Pilot – Fr 29.90 (CH), $19.61 (US)
3. Sweet & Swiss, Heddi Nieuwsma and Dorian Rollin – Fr. 39.90 (CH), $22.97 (US)
4. Alpine Elixirs, Andie Pilot – Fr. 29.90 (CH), $8.67 (US)
5. Wine Hiking Switzerland, Ellen Wallace – Fr. 29.90 (CH), $18.97 (US)
6. Wild Swim Switzerland, Steffan Daniel – Fr. 39.90 (CH), $24.65 (US)
7. Flat Switzerland, Katrin Gygax – Fr. 29.90 (CH), $18.56 (US)
8. Swiss Watching, Diccon Bewes – Fr. 29.90 (CH), $5.37 (US-used)
9. 50 Amazing Swiss Women (Helvetiq) – Fr. 29.90 (CH), $17.27 (US)
10. Voting Day, Clare O’Dea – Fr. 19.90 (CH), $9.82 (US)

GAMES FROM SWITZERLAND

1. Swiss Jass Card Game – Fr. 3.90
2. Swiss Yatzy – Fr. 11.50 (CH)
3. Dice Trip Switzerland – Fr. 24.00, $46.00 (US)
4. My Puzzle Switzerland – Fr. 24.90
5. Swiss Summer Puzzle – Fr. 25.90
6. Swiss German memory game – Fr. 29.90
7. Reise durch die Schweiz – Fr. 39.90 (CH)
8. Handmade Jass-Set from Kurts – Fr. 218.00
9. Brändi Dog – Fr. 79.90 (CH)
10. Steinmannli game from Kurts – Fr. 74.00

SWISS EXPERIENCES TO GIFT

1. SBB gift voucher – from 20.00
2. Watercolour workshop in Zermatt with Alpine Tones Illustration – Fr. 40.00
3. Sleep in the Straw – varies
4. Husky Visit or Trekking in Muotathal – Fr. 9.00 – 350.00
5. Hike with St. Bernard dogs – from Fr. 42.00
6. Swiss Museum Pass – from Fr. 147.00
7. Rent a Swiss cow – from Fr. 250.00
8. Watchmaking workshop with Initium – from Fr. 350.00
9. A FoxTrail city treasure hunt – from Fr. 32.00
10. Chocolate workshop at Funky Chocolate Interlaken – Fr. 75.00