Lake Gruyere is the second largest reservoir in Switzerland. It stretches for 13.5 km from just south of the small university town of Fribourg nearly to the town of Broc, home of the country’s famous Nestlé chocolate factory. An artificial...
When we lived in the States, we didn’t have a habit of seeking out the oldest, tallest, or biggest of anything, at least not intentionally. If we did happen to visit a site qualifying as such, it was typically a...
Of all the lakes that fall entirely within Switzerland’s borders, Lac Neuchâtel is the largest. Nestled beneath the Jura Mountains in Fribourg canton, its considerable expanse shimmers invitingly during the summer months. Though there’s no shortage of fun things to do...
It’s really a shame that we lived in Switzerland for nearly a year before paying ever even dipping a toe in Lake Gruyere! We’d driven past it, around it, and over it countless times. Every time we passed it, we...
For the hardcore adventurer, Switzerland is truly paradise. It offers tons of incredible outdoor activities worthy of any bucket list. Even with so many options, the Hornlihutte Matterhorn Trail above Zermatt belongs at the very top of the list. Not...
Some of the most beautiful hikes in Switzerland are in the country’s sunny southern canton, the Valais. In particular, the alpine trails surrounding the resort village of Zermatt are popular, and for good reason. One of the best ways to...
Summer in Zermatt, Switzerland is absolutely dreamy. The luxury alpine village – population 6000 – is the gateway to the Matterhorn, one of the most famous and distinctive peaks in the world. In winter, the region offers unbeatable skiing, snowshoeing,...
