Switzerland travel
Dimitri Burkhard
Museum Langmatt in Baden – A Hidden Gem of Impressionism
Explore Museum Langmatt in Baden, a hidden gem of French Impressionism. Discover Renoir, Monet, and Cézanne in a Belle Époque villa.
Rex MoribeBest Swiss Art Museums for Aficionados (2024)
Explore Switzerland's vibrant art scene with our guide to the best Swiss art museums.
Best Switzerland Experiences in 2024
From workshops to getaways, our guide covers the best Switzerland experiences that will leave lasting memories in 2023.
Melting Glaciers are Reshaping Switzerland’s Landscape (and Economy)
Switzerland has lost more than half of its volume of glacial ice since 1931. Melting glaciers are reshaping this alpine country...
Christian
2024 Carnival Parades in Switzerland – Practical Guide
Dirty Thursday is nearing, which means one thing: carnival! Here's an overview of the main carnival parades in Switzerland.
Swiss Christmas and New Year’s Events in 2023/2024
The Swiss have know how to brighten up the festive season. Attend one of these Swiss Christmas and New Year’s events to follow suit...
Swiss Christmas Cookies: Recipes and History
Dive into the delicious world of Swiss Christmas cookies! Join us as we uncover the history, recipes, and heartwarming traditions..
What are Swiss Prisons Like? (Viral Video)
Get a rare glimpse inside a modern Swiss prison cell that shocked viewers in a viral Reddit video...
What is the Highest Mountain Entirely in Switzerland?
Dufourspitze is the highest mountain entirely in Switzerland.
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This roundabout in Switzerland is a vinyl turntable
Switzerland's flag may be square, but its streets are dotted by roundabouts. The world's only turntable roundabout is an eye-catcher...
13 facts you (probably) didn’t know about Switzerland
From architecture to food, learn interesting facts about Switzerland which will guarantee you some legitimate bragging rights at the next cocktail party...
9 Places in Switzerland to See in Your Lifetime
Switzerland offers countless highlights and it would take half a lifetime to visit them all. Here are 9 places in Switzerland you have to see in your lifetime!
33 more signs that you’re becoming Swiss
There comes a point in life when one wonders: “Who am I?” The answer to this question is going to be very straightforward: You're becoming Swiss...
McDonald’s Claim to Swissness
I am not one to frequent McDonald's often, but I was disappointed to have recently missed "Swiss Week"...
“Switzerland vs. The World” is a canny series of photographs
How does Switzerland stack up against the world? This series of photographs by Lausanne based photographer, Claude Baechtold, is ingenious...
Psst! Here are 19 ingenious ways to piss off the Swiss
Most of us have probably stepped into proverbial cow dung by asking inappropriate questions while in a foreign country. To piss off the Swiss, you need...
Here are 10 of the most annoying Swiss “problems”
Switzerland seems perfect on the outside, but there are actually some really annoying problems plaguing its residents. Imagine all the stuff they have to...
11 examples of funny signage in Switzerland
The Swiss government has recently decided to retire several street signs. But apparently, they have retired the wrong ones! Funny signage in Switzerland is...
21 Swiss foods you need to try in your lifetime
What comes to mind when you think of typical Swiss foods? I ate my way through Switzerland, and here are 21 typical Swiss foods that impressed me...
Valeria Mella
16 ways to travel the world without leaving Switzerland
Dear readers, you don't need to travel far to see the world. It's all right here in Switzerland! From the Hawaii to India, here are our top picks.
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
Dominik Gehl
SWITZERLAND TRAVEL
Jordan Girardin
Kristīne
Indira
HOTELS & GETAWAYS
Responsible Tourism at the Valsana Hotel Arosa
The Valsana Hotel Arosa is a sustainable haven in the Swiss Alps.
Planning a trip to Switzerland in 2024 (Essential Guide)
This blueprint covers transportation, visas, money, and tipping.
Our Slow Food for Change Experience in Valais
Join us on a Slow Food for Change journey to Valais where we stayed and dined at three Relais & Châteaux hotels...
#AccidentallyWesAnderson at the Grand Hôtel des Rasses
Some hotels have endured the test of time, looking just as handsome as on day 1. The Grand Hôtel des Rasses in canton Vaud is a contender.
The Carina Zermatt Boutique Hotel is our new refuge
A faithful avalanche, visionary ideas, and good timing. These are the ingredients of the fascinating story behind the Carina Zermatt Boutique Hotel.
SWISSNESS
McDonald’s Switzerland Menu (PICTURES)
Discover the unique flavors on the McDonald's Switzerland menu!
15 Swiss quotes you’ll never hear in real life
Get ready for a deep dive into Switzerland’s psyche. Here are all the Swiss quotes you'll never hear in real life - from chocolate to punctuality...
Passport forgery? Not with the new Swiss passport!
Much coveted and now even harder to get: in late 2022, a new Swiss passport with top-notch security features was introduced.
Schnappesel in Wald is the weirdest New Year’s tradition
On New Year's Eve, Wald is being visited by a king and a donkey with an attitude. Schnappesel in Wald is a centuries-old tradition.
