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Going out, travel, sport, food, wine, festivals and traditions to discover in Switzerland.
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Camping and caravanning in Switzerland: campsites, rules, tips
Swiss campsites, wild camping, van rental, rules: complete guide to nature holidays in Switzerland.
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Tourism within Switzerland: Grand Tour, Glacier Express, lakes
Grand Tour, Glacier Express, lakes and mountains: top destinations to discover Switzerland.
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Swiss wines: Lavaux, Valais, Ticino, tasting and cellars
Chasselas, Pinot, Merlot, Räuschling: tour of Swiss wines by region and tasting tips.
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Swiss festivals and traditions: 1 August, Christmas, Easter, Carnival
From 1 August to Sechseläuten and Escalade: the great festivals that punctuate Swiss life.
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Swiss gastronomy: fondue, raclette, rösti and traditional dishes
Fondue, raclette, rösti, älplermagronen, polenta: overview of Swiss specialities by region.
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Doing sport in Switzerland: clubs, fitness, skiing, hiking
Gyms, clubs, hiking, skiing, cycling: everything to stay active in Switzerland and what it costs.
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Nightlife and going out in Switzerland: Zurich, Geneva, Lausanne, Basel
Bars, clubs, festivals and cultural scenes in Zurich, Geneva, Lausanne, Basel and Bern — where to go out and what it costs.
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Outdoor sports in Switzerland: a complete overview
With its Alps, Jura, lakes and 65,000 km of marked trails, Switzerland is one of the world's outdoor sports paradises. The terrain diversity lets you practice nearly any discipline within 2 hours of home. Here is an overview of activities accessible year-round and their specifics for newcomers.
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Going out in Zurich and Geneva: culture and nightlife guide
Zurich and Geneva are Switzerland's two cultural and economic engines. While the first powers the German-speaking scene (techno, finance, contemporary art), the second shines over French-speaking Switzerland and the diplomatic world. Both cities offer dense cultural programming, international cuisine and a nightlife livelier than their reputation suggests.
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