This summer Switzerland is hosting the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025. Football fans will come from across Europe and beyond, and including from the UK. Running from 2nd July to 27th July, the tournament will feature 31 matches across eight cities, culminating in the final at Basel’s St. Jakob-Park.
For UK fans planning to attend, the tournament offers a chance to experience top-level football and the striking Swiss scenery. But, as Swiss prices can be high, it also calls for careful planning financially.
Switzerland is not in the European Union. Its currency is the Swiss Franc (CHF).
Eight Cities, One Tournament
Matches will be played in the following host cities:
- Basel – St. Jakob-Park (opening match and final)
- Bern – Stadion Wankdorf
- Zurich – Letzigrund Stadium
- Geneva – Stade de Genève
- Lucerne – Swissporarena
- St. Gallen – Kybunpark
- Sion – Stade de Tourbillon
- Thun – Stockhorn Arena
Switzerland’s compact size and excellent transport links make it easy to attend multiple matches – or to combine football with a lakeside holiday or Alpine adventure.
A Short History of a Growing Game – and what to expect
The Women’s Euros began in 1984, long before the women’s game reached its current mainstream recognition. In recent years, its profile has surged. England’s victory in 2022 drew record attendances and introduced new followers to international women’s football.
UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 is set to continue that momentum. This is the first time it’s being held in Switzerland, and the host country’s reputation for organisation and attention to detail promises a great spectator experience.
Those going can expect a different crowd to the big men’s tournaments. They will include football fans from across Europe, families and younger supporters. In particular, the emphasis on beer that is present with many men’s competitions is likely to be significantly less. Add to that the very high Swiss expectation of good public order and you’ll feel a different character to this tournament when compared to the mens’.
You can also expect sports tourists combining fixtures with city breaks or hiking trips. Many UK fans are making multi-day trips or pairing matches with summer holidays, so accommodation and logistics matter as much as match tickets.
Women’s Euro Match Tickets and Travel Costs
Remaining available tickets can be purchased through UEFA.com, with prices ranging from:
- Group stage: CHF 25–90 (£23–81)
- Quarter/semi-finals: CHF 25–90 (£23–81)
- Final: CHF 30–90 (£27–81)
On match days, your Euro tickets include public transport, for a second-class round trip between any Swiss locality and the match venue.
Train travel between cities is fast and scenic. For other rail travel, A Swiss Travel Pass offers unlimited public transport from CHF 244 for 3 days. Local trams, buses and boats are also integrated.
Food, Drink and Accommodation: A Price Guide
Switzerland has a reputation for high costs. Research in 2024 suggests that the cost of living in Switzerland is about 41% more than in the UK. This is partly a reflection of the country’s need to import much of its food and, in country which is mostly mountains, the relative scarcity of land suitable for building.
Typical prices include:
- Street food (sausages, panini, etc.): CHF 10–15
- Fast food meal (burger + drink): CHF 14–17
- 500ml beer: CHF 6–8
- Coffee: CHF 4.50–5.50
- Can of soft drink: CHF 3–4
- Rösti, fondue or other local dish: CHF 15–35 depending on the venue
Hotel rooms in major cities average CHF 150–250 per night. Budget hostels or guesthouses start around CHF 60. Airbnb is popular but may already be booked up around match dates.
Why You Still Need Swiss Francs for the Women’s Euro
Most places in Switzerland accept cards or mobile payments. For plastic, there is often a preference for debit rather than credit cards, and international cards may be subject to currency conversion fees. Tipping is usually included in the service, but cash still plays a role.
Cash is useful for:
- Market stalls, food trucks, or small cafés
- Public toilets (CHF 1–2 in coins)
- Locker rentals in train stations
- Shared group costs or tips
- Some smaller places may have a card minimum spend, e.g. CHF 10
Additionally, if you’re on a budget, cash can be a convenient way to manage your spending.
Foreign Currency, Conveniently
Ordering Swiss Francs in advance at home is a simple way to avoid higher costs elsewhere. For example, you are likely to incur ATM fees in Switzerland. At airports, bureaux de change are convenient but usually more expensive than other outlets. That’s partly because they pay high costs to operate inside airports, plus they have a captive market. For UK travellers arranging things at home, however, Money4Travel offers:
- Online ordering and local collection
- The Best local exchange rates within a ten-minute drive of your post code
- Pips – a loyalty scheme that rewards repeat users
- A buy-back guarantee for unused currency on your return
It’s not a hard sell – just a practical step to consider. Having some francs on hand lets you focus on the game and the atmosphere, not on finding a working card reader.
Football, Football, Football, and more, in Switzerland
The Women’s Euro 2025 is all about football, and about being part of a wider movement in women’s sport. But it’s also a chance to explore Switzerland, it’s stunning scenary, and plenty of culinary delights. With careful planning, some francs in your wallet, and your match tickets ready, it could be the highlight of your summer.
By Declan Morton, writer and editor at Money4Travel – the online service for foreign currency sales in the UK. More about the author.
For reference: UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Beginner’s Guide ; Cost of Living in Switzerland vs the UK ; Swiss Travel Pass SBB ; Numbeo – Cost of Living Switzerland ; UEFA Women’s Euro – tickets .
