Tag Archives: Switzerland
Bern Fasnacht
No risk to get lost in the Old Town of Bern. If you walk too far, you’ll reach the river.
It’s only a couple of weeks left to Bern Fasnacht, a three day party to celebrate that the winter is over. I remember when we were in Bern about two years ago. The streets were packed with people - friendly inhabitants and [...]
Rue des Alpes: The Best Street in Fribourg
Even if Fribourg can seem old-fashioned, this city in central Switzerland does have a modern and cosmopolitan feel. Thanks to Fribourg’s universities, many students from different countries live here. During our stopover we met English, French, German and Italian speakers (from Ticino).
Although we enjoyed the city, our favourite moment was when we walked along Rue des Alpes. This street goes parallell with Rue de Romont and [...]
The Largest Connected Pedestrian Zone in Switzerland
The largest connected pedestrian zone in Switzerland can be found in the old town of Winterthur. This Swiss city is located nearly 30 minutes by train from Zurich in the northern part of the country. Winterthur’s old town begins at the street Untertor, followed by Marktgasse and Obertor. Stroll down Untertor-Marktgasse-Obertor from east to west, and don’t miss the [...]
Full StoryCycling Through Geneva
The Waterscape
The last part of the ride along Lac Léman before the train reached Geneva was amazingly beautiful with a view of mountains and snow-covered peaks on the other side of the lake.
After renting a bicycle in the bike shop behind Geneva’s railway station we went to Quay du Mont-Blanc by the lake, a long road [...]
A Walk Through Basel
As many tourist sights in Basel are located close to each other, the city is perfect for walking. A good start is following the road Tiergartenrain past the Zoologisher Garten, and into Arnold-Böcklin-Strasse. Continue to Schützenmattpark, a nice park where people walk their dogs, jog around the path, have picnic in the grass or relax on one [...]
Grand Hotel Kempinski Geneva Reopens
Today, Grand Hotel Kempinski Geneva reopened its doors after two years of renovation. The hotel with 423 rooms including 43 suites is located at the shores of Lake Geneva and offers stylish modern accommodation. Rates start from €270. A comforting stay is best combined with a fresh dinner at ”FLOORTWO“, a work out in the fitness center, a relaxing massage, some laps in the indoor saltwater [...]
Full StorySwitzerland: Skiing in Airolo
Ski resorts like Engelberg, Chamonix and Val Thorens are almost unbeatable, but if you will only be away for a day or two you might as well choose Airolo - a small and charming ski resort in the Italian part of Switzerland. I traveled with Cisalpino from Zurich, changed to an InterRegio train in Art-Goldeau and reached Airolo after [...]
Full StorySkiing in Engelberg
Engelberg Bus Station
Engelberg, less than two hours from Zurich in central Switzerland, offers some of the best off-pist skiing in Europe. The ski season runs from December to early May with most crowds during Christmas, New Year and other holidays. The village is charming with beautiful surroundings and an amazing view of the mountains. Engelberg has [...]
Montreux Jazz Festival 2008
Montreux Jazz Festival © Joanna Griekspoor
The coast between Vevey, Montreux and Villeneuve is called the Swiss Riviera, when we walked along the waterside it just hit me how stunning Montreux is. A long pedestrian walk starts at Villeneuve - not far from the French border - and continues past Montreux all the way to Vevey. An hour’s stroll along [...]
Go to the Highest Point
Wasserturm and Kapellbrücke © Emiliano Spada
When arriving in a new city, try reaching the highest point. Apart from a great view, in some cases this means you will also get away from the touristy side of a place and explore an area not many visitors have a chance to experience.
Lucerne by Viervaldstätter See in central Switzerland was [...]
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