Hi, everyone! I'm going on a Rick Steves Tour of Switzerland in June/July. I'm guessing it's a no-no to wear shorts in churches, but what about museums, etc.? Thanks, Tim.
Posted by
Bend, OR
1467 posts
We were in Switzerland last August where it was very warm and muggy. We saw lots of shorts being worn by people of all ages (the short-shorts on the younger). That being said, it’s always respectful to dress modestly when visiting churches.
Posted by
Paris
7522 posts
Not a problem at all!
Even visiting churches should be OK with shorts that aren't, um, vulgar. No tank tops, though.
Italy is more uptight about exposed knees.
Posted by
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
5133 posts
I wore shorts in the history museum in Lucerne 2 weeks ago. Didn't enter a church though so I'm not sure about that.
Posted by
Indiana
1021 posts
While in Switzerland, I wore shorts that hit just at the knee in both churches and museums, and had no issues.