Every January, Château-d'Œx hosts the biggest hot air balloon festival in the world. Climb aboard for stunning views of the Swiss Alps from way, way up.
What if the human body could charge a smartphone? Thanks to thermoelectric generators, the most sustainable energy source yet could soon be a reality.
Ellen Brennan flies with more than 120 mph and is the fastest flying woman on earth. Ellen moved to the paradise of adrenalin addicts, the Alps.
What were they really up to on Monte Verità?
Perched on a cliff overlooking a 100m drop to the valley and the Seealpsee lake below, the Berggasthaus Aescher-Wildkirchli.
Hollywood star Orson Welles famously claimed that it was 500 years of Swiss peace and brotherly love that gave birth to the cuckoo clock. Was he right?
One of Switzerland’s most abundant resources is elevation. For a high-altitude excursion, here are 5 of Switzerland's most impressive walks in the clouds.
Jump in! Immerse yourself in the Swiss tradition of wild urban swimming.
The Swiss are among the happiest people on the planet. From Swiss cheese to honesty boxes, here are 5 things that might be making them smile.
With more Europeans staying put this summer, Ticino’s beloved grottos are where the Swiss go to stay cool.












