Not shoes but ya gotta have socks....

So, I have not tried these.

But this topic came up when I was preparing for my (cancelled) 2020 trip to Scotland. Several people recommended Sealskinz so I got a pair. I had almost forgotten about them but just got them out so I can take them to Scotland THIS summer! Thank you!

Sounds as if you need to make a visit to REI or Academy Sports.

I just use plain old athletic socks since I don't do any serious hiking any longer. I pay more attention to the shoes I'm wearing.

Are you sure you need them? What hikes will you be doing in Switzerland?

I’ve done a lot of hiking in Switzerland and many other mountain places in the US and abroad, and never felt the need for waterproof socks. Nor do I know anyone among my very outdoor-savvy family and friends who uses them for summer hiking. Maybe for winter cycling, or skiing or snowshoeing, but not for warmer weather hiking, when they can cause your feet to sweat too much ( a major cause of blisters). Also never saw them used by our hiking guides in the French Alps, Patagonia, New Zealand, or elsewhere.

You might like to read this review, which appears to me to be pretty reasonable and unbiased.

https://www.advnture.com/features/should-i-buy-waterproof-socks

My go-to approach has always been wool, which insulates even when wet, but also wicks moisture, keeping your skin drier. This ensures that sweat, or exterior source wetness - from stepping into a stream deeper than your footwear is tall, or if outside in an absolute, drenching downpour - doesn’t contribute to hypothermia or getting feet and toes so cold they’re numb. Smartwool is a popular brand, but there’s also Icebreaker, and Darn Tough. Probably many others at your favorite outdoor store, cross-country ski shop, or outfitter supplier online.

In those worst case scenarios, wool socks can still be miserably soggy, and should be switched with a spare, dry pair as soon as practical, and carrying an extra pair would be simple insurance. I’ve not been in any such situation in years - last time was trekking in northern England, when a dumping rainstorm that conjured up thoughts of Noah’s Ark sent me into the nearest pub, an hour away. It took a while to dry off, and fresh socks allowed me to step back into my boots and finish the day in comfort.

Bottom line, avoid 100% cotton - it’s totally not waterproof, not insulating if wet, and potentially contributing to blisters if saturated. Do you anticipate slogging through soupy, waterlogged snow? If on a backcountry slope, that could be an avalanche concern.

For Switzerland, I like my Darn Tough socks.

I wear Sealskinz waterproof socks, completely waterproof and perfectly suitable for hiking.

Doesn't a water proof sock defeat the purpose of a sock? I always thought (believed?) that purpose of the sock was to wick moisture away from the foot to keep it as dry as possible. That is why I always use wool socks even in the summer.

I have SealSkinz, great product! I bought mine a few years ago to wear on bicycle tours because I use open-toed SPD sandals. I have hiked in them with mixed results.

If you buy a pair or two of SealSkins, be sure to give them a thorough, multi-mile test drive in all conditions: walk through puddles, mud, find a sprinkler, and get them wet on the inside to see what happens. You want to be sure they fit properly and the breathable fabric works in your boots or shoes. In my experience, the secret to using them effectively and getting the most out of them is stopping to change them out for dry socks and hang them on your pack to dry.

However, you probably don't REALLY need waterproof socks.

Frank, I was puzzled too, as waterproof to me always meant neoprene or rubber. But it appears they are made with two layers of fabric with a layer of Goretex in between