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The New Bear Park is a Top Sight to See in Bern
The brown bears in the new BärenPark (Bear Park), which replaced the old Bärengraben (pits), are a top sight to see when visiting the historic town of Bern, Switzerland. more...
The Swiss National Museum in Château de Prangins
The Swiss National Museum in Château de Prangins near Nyon focuses on the culture and history of French-speaking Western Switzerland. It is a great day trip from Geneva. more...
Visit the Swiss Stained Glass Museum in Romont
The Vitro Musée is a unique collection of stained glass and reverse painting on glass displayed in a castle in Romont, a historic wall-enclosed Swiss town in Fribourg. more...
Sightseeing in Nyon on Lake Geneva, Switzerland
Nyon on Lac Léman is a top day-trip destination from Geneva. Sights are châteaux, an historic old town, Roman ruins, marinas, and views of the Alps including Mont Blanc. more...
Visit the Swiss Museum of Games on Lake Geneva
The Swiss Museum of Games in a small chateau right on the banks of Lake Geneva between Vevey and Montreux is a great day trip destination from Genève, Lausanne, or Evian. more...
Save with a Swiss Boat Pass on Lakes and Rivers
The bargain Swiss Boat Pass gives savings and family discounts on sightseeing cruises and day trips on lakes and rivers such as Zurich, Lugano, and Geneva in Switzerland. more...
Save on Public Transportation Tickets in Geneva
Geneva's public transportation network allows travel with a single ticket on trains, trams, buses, and ferry boats, or save with cheap and sometimes free travel passes. more...
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World Heritage Treasures In Switzerland
Along with cultural and natural heritage highlights, Switzerland also boasts two UNESCO biospheres. more...
How People In Geneva Say Hello And Goodbye
What's what with verbal expressions, use of the familiar 'tu' and first names? And who gives whose cheeks a peck when meeting face to face in Geneva, Switzerland? more...
'Do Not Miss' Swiss Art Collections
Seeing an art work not only as one of many pieces in a personal art collection but in the context of its owner's living space adds a new dimension to its appreciation. more...
Fondue trips on Swiss lakes are not usually about sightseeing, since they mostly take place in the evening and often after dark, but they are a fun way to have dinner. more...
Lists of Swiss wineries and a Swiss wine guide are all available - more difficult to find is an at-a-glance listing of the country's wine museums open spring to fall. more...
Covering slopes of mountainous terrain, crocus sativus is harvest-ready in autumn, but the crops of all 135 growers yield only up to 4 kg (9 lbs) of the precious spice. more...
What to See in Bern, Switzerland
Although Bern's vibe may not be fast-paced, its array of hidden museums, cozy cafes, and picturesque natural scenery will tempt any visitor to settle in for a day or two. more...
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