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Home sweet home Swiss holidaymakers prefer to unwind at home

The Swiss are increasingly staying within Switzerland for their holidays, with cantons Ticino and Graubünden seen as particularly attractive.

This content was published on April 15, 2019 1:30 PM Apr 15, 2019 - 13:30

Blending in Putting the brakes on gaudy houses

Specialists recommend that houses should not be painted pink or green, but the colour of the local rocks.

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Personal peeves What has disappointed you as a visitor to Switzerland?

We asked you whether there were any places or experiences in Switzerland that had left you thinking “Is that it?”.

By Thomas Stephens

Fête des Vignerons Italian costumes for Swiss wine festival strike sour note

With 100 days to go before the huge Fête des Vignerons wine festival, news that the 6,000 costumes are being made in Italy has triggered criticism.

Hanami Swiss-Japanese friendship continues to blossom

Bern has 36 new cherry trees thanks to the deep roots of a Japanese friendship.

By Tomoko Muth

Mobility study Urban dwellers want more bike paths, less traffic noise

Residents in Swiss cities are happy with public transport services, but they would like to see better bicycle infrastructure.

This content was published on March 20, 2019 3:38 PM Mar 20, 2019 - 15:38

Dangling experience American tourist's glider pilot temporarily loses licence

The Swiss aviation authorities have suspended the licence of a hang glider pilot following a harrowing incident with an American tourist last year.

This content was published on March 20, 2019 12:36 PM Mar 20, 2019 - 12:36

#LivinginSwitzerland How young Swiss differ from older generations

We’ve come up with ten major differences between the generations in Switzerland.

By Sibilla Bondolfi

Targeted measures Government finalises plan to counter burka ban proposal

The Swiss government has presented its plans to prevent a nationwide ban on face-covering headgear, proposed by a people’s initiative.

This content was published on March 15, 2019 4:03 PM Mar 15, 2019 - 16:03

pleasant living Swiss cities retain top quality of life status

Three Swiss cities feature in the top 10 of the latest Mercer quality of living ranking, which once again is top-heavy with European metropolises.

This content was published on March 13, 2019 1:28 PM Mar 13, 2019 - 13:28

Rental market Swiss rule out relaxing Airbnb renting rules

Tenants must still seek permission from their landlord every time they want to rent via online platforms like Airbnb, says the government.

This content was published on March 8, 2019 3:03 PM Mar 8, 2019 - 15:03

Motor trends The growing Swiss love affair with 4x4s

The Swiss seem to be falling more and more in love with big powerful cars with four-wheel-drive performance.

By Simon Bradley

New banknote How to set aside CHF1,000

The latest version of the world’s most valuable banknote has been unveiled. How much effort does it take to earn or save enough for one?

By Susan Misicka and Kai Reusser

Price watchdog Health and transport costs trigger flood of complaints

Switzerland’s official price supervisor has recorded a 29% increase in the number of consumer complaints last year.

This content was published on March 4, 2019 11:38 AM Mar 4, 2019 - 11:38

Crossing the Alps Cable car to be built between Switzerland and Italy

A one-hour cable-car ride between ski stations in Switzerland and Italy has been given the green light.

Overnight stays Tourists continue to flock to Switzerland

The number of overnight stays in Swiss hotels increased by 3.8% last year to 38.8 million. 

This content was published on February 26, 2019 11:38 AM Feb 26, 2019 - 11:38

alpine living The real face of the quaint Swiss chalet

Behind every Swiss cliché - whether chocolate, cheese or banks - is a kernel of truth.

By Patrick Lambertz, Ester Unterfinger

Retiring to Switzerland

Low taxes, beautiful scenery, excellent health care: these are just a few of the reasons people come to Switzerland to retire.

University policies Should academics be taking the plane for short trips?

The University of Basel is considering a proposal for students to take the train rather than fly for short-haul academic trips.

By Isobel Leybold-Johnson

Living with disabilities

Facilities and infrastructure for persons travelling in Switzerland with restricted mobility have greatly improved in recent years.

On time? Train delay data queries image of Swiss railways

Trains operated by Switzerland's state-owned national railway operator are less punctual than company statistics make believe.

This content was published on February 9, 2019 3:31 PM Feb 9, 2019 - 15:31