Wooden shingles characterize the appearance of roofs and facades in the Alpine region and have been hand-crafted for generations. This centuries-old craft inspired researchers at Empa and ETH Zurich ...

Lyre-shaped blades sweep through just-cultured milk that’s been coagulated with rennet to the consistency of pudding. The sharp strings cut the curd. Cheesemaker Nicolas Schmoutz encourages visitors ...

Looking for a breathtaking Alps getaway without the Swiss price tag? Rick Steves loves this stunning mountain destination ...

rive occidentale (FR-39-02) with the reconstruction of a Neolithic dwelling in the background. Prehistoric Pile dwellings ...

Skiing or snowboarding in the Swiss Alps is definitely something to add to (and ultimately check off!) your bucket list. With so many great locations and places to choose from, it can be a bit ...

The southern Alps again saw the most snow with Serre Chevalier posting over 60cm this week. All of the big French ski areas have 80 per cent or more of their slopes open for the Easter holidays.

For some of the best views of Zurich and the nearby Alps, travelers suggest taking a boat ride on the lake. Boat tours are available throughout the year and are free for Zurich Card holders ...

Switzerland is one of those destinations that is almost agitatingly perfect. It stays out of conflicts, boasts a happy population, has some of the most mind-bending landscapes on the planet, and ...

A small private aircraft flying to Denmark crashed in the Swiss Alps on Monday, March 17, resulting in the deaths of a family of three on board. According to reports, the Extra EA-400 propeller plane ...

A small plane crashed shortly after taking off from Samedan Airfield in the Swiss Alps on Monday evening, leading to the deaths of all three occupants. The accident occurred near La Punt Chamues ...

A small plane that was headed for Denmark has crashed in the Alps in southeastern Switzerland, killing the three people who were believed to be on board, police said Tuesday. The Extra EA-400 ...

A small plane that was headed for Denmark has crashed in the Alps in southeastern Switzerland, killing the three people who were believed to be on board, police said Tuesday. The Extra EA-400 ...