Bear Park A common etymological theory is that Bern got its namefrom the bear (Bär in German), when Berthold V, Duke of Zähringen, the founderof the town, snagged one here on a hunting spree. Three bears still playrelatively freely in today’s spacious 6000-sq-metre open-air riverside parkdotted with trees and terraces. Since 1513 bears have been …
Grindelwald is a famous mountain village in the Interlaken-Oberhasli district. It is exactly lies in the canton of Berne in Switzerland. The Grindelwald is embedded in green hollow which is refreshingly surrounded by a commanding mountain. Alpiglen, Burglauenen, Grund, Itramen, Mühlebach, Schwendi, Tschingelberg and Wargistal are the ancient settlements which belong to the village. Historically, Since the end of the 18th century, Grindelwald …
Geneva – The Global city Geneva is the second-most populous city after Zurich in Switzerland. The city is the most well-known city of Romandy. It is known as the French-speaking part of Switzerland. Geneva is called as a global city, a financial centre, and a worldwide centre for diplomacy. It is all because of the presence of numerous international organizations, including the …
The Olympic Capital Lausanne, the second-largest city on Lake Geneva is the capital city and biggest town of the canton of Vaud in Romandy, Switzerland. Lausanne is a focus of international sport, hosting the International Olympic Committee since 1994. The most important geographical feature of the area surrounding Lausanne is Lake Geneva (Lac Léman in French). Lausanne is built on the southern slope …
An ideal starting point for excursions The town of Brig with its ancient old quarter and Stockalper Palace stands at the foot of the Simplon Pass in the bright Upper Valais. Located at a significant junction, Brig is an excellent location for excursions. On the Lötschberg also Simplon, and in the Aletsch, it is close …
The Oldest City in Switzerland Chur is the capital as well as largest town of the canton of the Grisons of Switzerland. The charming town lies in the Grisonian Rhine Valley, where the Rhine turns towards the north, in the northern part of the Grisons. As the Switzerland’s oldest city, it charms the visitors with its stunning mountain setting, twisting wonderful alleys and historical and …
One of Ticino’s most magical places – a small subtropical paradise The Brissago Islands are small subtropical paradise on Lake Maggiore that can be easily accessible by boat The mild climate at Lago Maggiore is unique in Switzerland, and enables subtropical plants to flourish in the open air on Isola Grande, the large island. The …
Pretty lakeside town with woodcarvers Brienz is a cozy village and municipality in the middle of charming mountains at the eastern end of turquoise-coloured Lake Brienz and in the Bernese Oberland region of Switzerland. In the typical Swiss chalet village of Brienz, you will experience customs and traditions, nestled in unique surroundings with mountains and the amazingly turquoise lake. From …
Switzerland’s lowest lying town Ascona is Switzerland’s most perfect lake town which is famous for its mild climate. It is also called Lake Langen, located at 196 meters above sea level on the northern shore of Lago Maggiore. A good living high roller crowd will be attracted by Michelin-starred restaurants, an 18-hole golf course and …
Watch-making metropolis Biel/Bienne is a town where German and French are equally spoken and situated directly at Lake Biel in the canton of Bern in Switzerland. Whichever language it may be, French or German, your neighbour will be able to understand you. From nursery through to high school, there are bilingual classes. Bilingualism, open-mindedness, hospitality, and a spirit of …
Well-known village for rural customs and traditions. The village of Appenzell looks like the pictures selected from the pages of a children’s bedtime story. There are cake shops, craft shops, delis, butchers and taverns behind the gabled houses. The river Sitter enters the city beyond the velvet green meadows, puddles and climbs into the mountains. …
The Cultural Capital of Switzerland Basel is a city in northwestern Switzerland along the Rhine River, at the mouths of the birds and wiese rivers, where the French, German, and Swiss borders meet, at the entrance to the Swiss Rhineland. Basel, a dynamic economic centre and a research stronghold is Switzerland’s third-most-populous city (after Zürich and Geneva) and a pocket-size …
Switzerland’s Capital – A Gem of Medieval Architecture in Europe The City of Bern is the capital of Switzerland which was included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites from twentieth century. This beautiful Old Town of city offers shelter or shade to visitors strolling through the city with six kilometers of arcades. The …
Shaped by ancient traditions and modern tourism The Zermatt Village is modern tourist spot with full of ancient traditions. The exciting contrasts can be explored within 1.5 hours on a walk through the village. Around 30 ancient buildings in the old village beside the Grand Hotel Zermatterhof demonstrate the traditional building style of the original …
Where Europe’s highest summer ski area Zermatt’s world-famous tourist town lies at the foot of the legendary Matterhorn-the 4478 m high mountain, often referred to internationally as “Toblerone Mountain”. The well-known town has Europe’s highest summer ski area and most national ski teams practice here on the “Matterhorn glacier paradise” in the summer with over …
Zurich Old Town – The historic heart of Zurich Zurich Old Town, Switzerland’s largest concentration of clubs, one of the most popular shopping miles, and a plethora of cultural offerings, is a melting pot of cultural, business, and history. You can easily identify the Old Town Starting at the Zurich Main Station including the famous …
Zurich – World Class. Swiss made Zurich, the global city by the water combines creative urban life, has a unique position. It’s located in the northern central Switzerland. It is the largest city of the country busy with day and night activities with its countless events, diverse museums, own food festival and vibrant nightlife. Kloten …