Dimitri Burkhard
CherryThe image we have of cows is of sweet beasts calmly munching grass all day long as they cling to the sides of the Swiss Alps or lay about on green meadows. But the more observant among you know that many cows in...
Browse our posts about Cool Facts
In this category, you will find all kinds of cool facts about Switzerland. From Swiss world records to a quiz about Switzerland or simply random facts about Switzerland, it’s all right here!
For instance, did you know that Switzerland has 12 UNESCO World Heritage sites? Or that Zürich has more than 1200 public water fountains?
Katrin
Swiss Winter Wonders: Walking on Frozen Lake Zürich
Incredible as it may sound, Lake Zürich with a mass of 3900 km³ can actually freeze over! The records show that since 1233, the lake has been frozen 26 times, the last time taking place in 1963. Especially long lasting...
Sylvia
Is it possible to see the Northern Lights in Switzerland?
Discover the magic of the Northern Lights in Switzerland. Rare yet real, learn when and where to see them.
The Swiss way of “hanging out” (in a suspended hot tub)
A group of thrill-seekers has recently suspended a hot tub from the 183 m/600 ft Pont du Gueuroz bridge in western Switzerland...
The time we discovered Little Switzerland in Asia
Oli and Rafael are quite the globetrotters: They've taken a year off to explore the world, and they're sharing their experience with the rest of us...
Olivia
Freddy Nock: Swiss stuntman sets 7 world records in 7 days
Bragging rights are a sweet thing if you have them, but they sure come at a high prize for some - no pun intended! Meet Swiss stuntman Freddy Nock...
Happy Birthday, Switzerland!
Although the Swiss Confederation was founded more than 700 years ago, the Swiss National Day has only been around for about the last century. It commemorates an event back in 1291, when the three original states Uri...
Switzerland’s Rich and Famous: Sports Edition
Money, high status and a life in the spotlight. Being a famous, influential person is what most of us would like to be (or have dreamed of at some point in their life). Talented like Johnny Depp, crazy like Lady Gaga or...
Wesley
9 iconic Swiss brands you should recognize
If you want to be smarter than a fifth-grader, here are essential Swiss brands you should recognize - from Migros to Victorinox.
