A weekend in Zermatt: Matterhorn, marmots and glacier
Where can you go in Switzerland for a weekend combining nature, adventure and gastronomy? Zermatt, of course! This was the second time we’d been to Zermatt. The first time was in winter, this time it was summer. And unsurprisingly, the charm…
Matterhorn Glacier Paradise in Zermatt
One weekend in August, we took the legendary Glacier Express train to Zermatt. We then spent 2 days in this magnificent car-free town. We took the opportunity to visit the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, one of the most emblematic and spectacular attractions…
Aboard the Glacier Express: a legendary train in Switzerland
When you think of train travel, few evoke as much fascination and prestige as the Glacier Express. This legendary train criss-crosses Switzerland from Chur, Switzerland’s oldest city, to Zermatt, the iconic resort at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn. In August,…
The Kronberg: a magical place in the Appenzell region
What’s my favorite place in Switzerland? The Kronberg, an emblematic mountain in the Appenzell Pre-Alps, culminating at 1,663 meters. Although less well-known and therefore less touristy than other Swiss peaks, the Kronberg seduces me every time with its authenticity and exceptional…
Visit Interlaken in the Bernese Oberland, Switzerland
In a previous article, I presented our long weekend in Lauterbrunnen , Switzerland. However, before heading home, we spent a day visiting Interlaken. It wasn’t the first time we’d been there, by the way. Nestled between the crystal-clear lakes of Thun…
Lauterbrunnen: hiking and waterfalls in Switzerland
A few years ago, on a trip to Switzerland, we went to the Jungfraujoch and Schilthorn, but didn’t have time to visit Lauterbrunnen and the surrounding area. We absolutely wanted to come back and discover this region. And we did, on…
Must-see places around Lake Constance
During our various weekends in Switzerland, we had the opportunity to discover some absolutely beautiful places around Lake Constance. Lake Constance, known as “Bodensee” in German, is one of Central Europe’s most emblematic natural treasures. Nestled on the border between Germany,…
Visit Vienna: what to do in the Austrian capital?
In December, we were able to visit Vienna for a long weekend to enjoy both the Christmas markets and the city’s iconic attractions. So welcome to Vienna, Austria’s capital, rich in history and culture! During our 3-day visit to Vienna, we…
Zurich: a must-see destination in Switzerland
Despite my frequent visits to Switzerland, I’ve never taken the time to visit Zurich. So, for this new trip to Switzerland, I wanted to discover the hidden treasures of Switzerland’s largest city. And for the record, it’s not Zurich that’s the…
Visiting the Appenzell region: my 12 must-sees
Over the past few years, I’ve had the opportunity to visit the German-speaking part of Switzerland, particularly the magnificent Appenzell region. I love discovering new places or just returning to places I find incredible. So in this article, I bring you…
