Founded in the 12th century, Bern had a strategic military position within a loop of the river. Its medieval architecture still lines cobblestone streets in the historic Old Town of Bern. This ...

The sidewalk going up the Aare River is congested with wet and happy Swiss, hiking upstream in swimsuits just to float back into town. I join them — marveling at how this exercise brings out the silly ...

Discover Bern, the captivating capital of Switzerland, nestled in a scenic bend of the Aare River. Founded in 1191 by Duke Berthold V of Zähringen as a military outpost, Bern boasts a remarkably ...

When it comes to Switzerland, visitors typically follow the same playbook: ski the majestic snow-capped alps in Zermatt, Gstaad, and St. Moritz. Get up close to Lakes Geneva and Lucerne. Feast on ...

Dr. Stallman has just formally confirmed his third talk this month in Switzerland. His "Talks" page gives all the details, as follows: Richard Stallman will speak on March 11 in Bern, Switzerland, for ...

EVERY SEASON in Switzerland is a good season, but this three-day itinerary, focusing on dynamic cities and the rail routes between them, is optimal for long spring and summer days. You can align with ...

The sidewalk along the Aare River is congested with wet and happy Swiss, hiking upstream in swimsuits just to float back into town. I join them – marveling at how this exercise brings out the silly in ...