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Schweizer Regiokrimis sind Bestsellers
Mord in Helvetia. Schweizer Krimiautoren begeistern mit ihren Regiokrimis in welchen Kommissare, Anwältinnen und Polizisten von Sils ins Welschland und von Basel ins Tessin recherchieren. Sechs Schweizer Regiokrimi Empfehlungen. >Aecherli Pass: Sennen hospitality & wild haying
Aecherli Pass, a pristine, little known gem of an alpine region that holds its own as a hiking paradise amidst Pilatus, Stanserhorn and Rigi. Unspoilt, it captivates with spectacular beauty, unparalleled Sennen hospitality & unbelievable wild haying! >Historic motorcycle race Seebodenalp, Switzerland
Calling all historic motorcycle buffs to this challenging yearly race set in stunning scenery in the heart of Switzerland. The mountain is calling you! >Restaurant zum Kropf - hearty Zürich cuisine in 16th century ambiance
Restaurant zum Kropf in down-town Zürich: mouthwatering, traditional Swiss dishes such as Veal Zürichoise with Rösti in an incredible ambiance of baroque architecture and artwork. Not to be missed! >Hotel Adler in Old Town Zürich: quaint Swissness
Art abounds at the Hotel Adler. Explore the city’s historic areas in lovely yesteryear wall murals in the charming hotel, first mentioned in chronicles in 1357. Located right in the heart of Old Town, guests can then retrace all these historic places on foot all around them. >Swiss National Day August 1, in- & outside Switzerland
If you're in Switzerland this Swiss National Day on August 1: do I have a great program suggestion for you! If you're abroad, the Swiss National Holiday is also celebrated by a Swiss organization near you. Around the globe, from Sri Lanka to Berne and Tokyo to Bümpliz, the Swiss are celebrating with gusto! >Dettling Kirsch - the world's finest cherry brandy
One of the top three distilleries in the world, Swiss Dettling Kirsch - located in the village of Brunnen on Lake Lucerne (8,280 inhabitants) - was awarded the title "World Class Distillery" and "Distillery of the Year" in perfect time for their 150th anniversary. >Mehl und Brot, Macht und Geld im alten Zürich
Bis ins 19. Jahrhundert war Brot das wichtigste Nahrungsmittel und prägte den Alltag mehr als jedes andere Lebensmittel. Es beeinflusste Bäcker und ihr Gewerbe, verursachte praktische Erfindungen um die Hohlmassen und Geldmünzen, und berührte jede Gesellschaftsstruktur von sozial zu politisch zur Religion. >Zürich to Milan via the new Gotthard Base Tunnel
There are several ways to cross Switzerland from north to south, and they are all beautiful! Guest writer Sandra Grote shares the reasons for her choice and her experience. With a great video of the Gotthard Base tunnel. >Fretz Men: top quality Swiss-made footwear
Fashionable, comfortable and climate controlled feet under any condition. I'm only sorry Fretz doesn't produce ladies' shoes! This family business in the picturesque Seeland hills near lake Hallwil is a success story among the few European shoe manufacturers. >Oeschinen Lake - UNESCO World Cultural Heritage region
Explore hidden gem Oeschinen Lake in the Bernese Alps with these insider-tips from Swiss Wanderlust guest writer Thomas Kalau. He recently visited this little-known area with his family and describes the special places and other activities not to be missed. >Swiss Annina Altherr - Yukon Government Youth Climate Change Ambassador
Annina Altherr and her family moved from Switzerland to a remote place in the Yukon, Northwest Territories, Canada, when she was six years old. Read her story and how she became the Youth Climate Change Ambassador for the Government of Yukon! >Bauer Fritz - Idyllic farm B&B near Luzern
On a gorgeous high plateau with breathtaking views for miles in every direction lies Bauer Fritz organic family farm. Here, at the end of a country road, Fritz and Janine Neuenschwander run a blissful B&B. >Zürich wine region: vineyards, white asparagus and wilderness
Off the main roads, nestled between rivers Rhine and Thur, lies an enchanting rolling hills landscape: Flaach valley with medieval castle vineyards, quaint eateries on asparagus farms and Thurauen Nature center. All within thirty minutes drive north of the city of Zürich. >Appenzell Landsgemeinde - Open-air Parliament in Appenzell
Since 1403, Appenzell Landsgemeinde takes place under the roof of the open sky. Late spring, three thousand voters assemble on the town square to elect the local government. Each man's sword can still be used as proof of voting eligibility. >Sechseläuten in Zürich
Four days of entertaining and explosive fun, Sechseläuten is the people of Zürich's beloved spring celebration with the Böög (winter, studded with many crackers), burnt on top of a bonfire. Historic costume parades, music, glittering balls, lantern walks are just a few more of the events. >European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad EGMO
This April, 168 girls from fourty-three nations met in Zürich at the yearly European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad. Some win olympic medals in mathematical super excellence, and all experience the beauty of Switzerland, make new friends and build a network of like-minded young scientists around the globe. >Palmsonntag mit zwei Eseln
An einem wunderschönen und frühlingshaften Sonntag Morgen vor Ostern sorgen zwei Esel für einen rundum friedlichen, gemeinschaftlichen und erheiternden Palmsonntag. Julius und Rosalinde beweisen Persönlichkeit. >About Swiss Wanderlust
Welcome, and Grüezi!
Switzerland, my native country, is the main focus of travel for this guide. Slowly, a few other destinations are added. Whatever the country, when I write, my cat Sari supervises me. More about Silvia, Sari & Swiss Wanderlust »
