Start your journey in Zug , the heart of Crypto Valley. This small canton is globally famous for its pro crypto regulations and is home to countless foundations and DAOs. Grab a coffee and a pastry at Confiserie Bachmann, a local chain that has experimented with crypto payments. But there is more, the global retail giant Spar has introduced last year Bitcoin payments via Lightning Network as well, so you can buy your groceries as well with Bitcoin paying with Lighting, quick and simple.

As of early 2026, accordingt to BTCmap, there are over 2,000 businesses in Switzerland accepting Bitcoin, and our favorite city is Lugano, which stands out dramatically, since 2022 allows residents and businesses to pay for services and taxes with Bitcoin. In fact Lugano alone has close to 300 businesses accepting Bitcoin in Switzerland, if you happen to be in Lugano, I recommend you have a wonderful Swiss Italian cuisine experience at Aqua, last time I was there the food and service were perfect!.

Accommodation is always tricky for the Bitcoin traveler. Several upscale hotels and serviced apartments in Zug will probably accept directly Bitcoin payments, but there is no guarantee, I search and found little indication most do, at least in their web site, but for that you have our recommendation in our article The Secret every Bitcoin Nomad Should know, this is what I use and it works perfectly, use it to book your hotel in advance.

The experience in Switzerland is one that resembles a high-level, institutional grade Bitcoin ecosystem. You can see a future where digital assets are seamlessly woven into finance, commerce, and daily life. Paying for a luxury watch or a world-class meal with Bitcoin in Switzerland doesn’t feel futuristic; it is just the norm.

SUMMARY

Switzerland, particularly Lugano, provides a mature environment for Bitcoin use, featuring restaurants, cafes, and bars accepting Bitcoin. It represents the integration of Bitcoin into a sophisticated, regulated financial center, offering a glimpse into a potential global future.