The quality of life is high, but so is the cost of living. Cultural life is varied with numerous ... The idyllic countryside is never far away thanks to the many lakes, forests and the Swiss Alps. The ...

Many parts of Switzerland, two thirds of which is mountainous, are at risk of avalanches and landslides. Communities in the Alps have been protecting themselves against such natural hazards for years.

Bettmeralp, a car-free mountain village in Switzerland, transforms into a winter wonderland during the Christmas season.

The car-free village of Bettmeralp in Switzerland is a picturesque gem, especially during Christmas. Situated in the stunning ...

The Alps are Europe’s biggest mountain range and lie right at the heart of the continent. They stretch across eight countries: France, Switzerland ... are adapted to living at high altitude ...

Mountain running in Switzerland: Bettmeralp alongside the Aletsch Glacier, Lauterbrunnen to Grindelwald and Monte Zucchero. Three magnificent trail running routes in the Swiss Alps taken from the ...