Almost all architecture is enhanced by the landscape that it is set in. For proof, one only needs to look to the strickbau ...

The Alps might be on many vacation bucket lists, but a journey into the mountains is much more attainable than most think, ...

Seven hours into an arduous Alpine climb up teetering wooden staircases and scree-strewn switchbacks, the trail finally spits me out onto the cloud-wrapped summit of the Hohtürli Pass. At 2,840 meters ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. There’s no need to rush to get to Zermatt this winter – the alpine village has something to offer year-round Ah, ...

Switzerland houses some of the most beautiful villages in the Alps, and this glamorous town boasts a pristine promenade, luxe resorts, and a skiable glacier.

From lakeside retreats and historic villages to destinations tucked away in the Alps, these are the best small towns to visit in Switzerland.

Zermatt, the famous ski resort at the foot of the Matterhorn, has invested hundreds of millions of Swiss francs to ensure ...

It was well after dark in the heart of Zurich’s Old Town and Zurich’s raucous, multi-day “goodbye to winter — hello to spring” festival known as “Sechselauten” was in full Swiss swing. Loud marching ...

You don’t need a massive plot of land or over-the-top design to make a powerful statement in real estate—especially not in the Swiss Alps. This boxy, three-story home and its detached carport cut ...

Mountain Research and Development, Vol. 45, No. 2 (May 2025), pp. R27-R40 (14 pages) The European Alps are surrounded by highly urbanized areas located close to fragile mountain landscapes. The ...