Animal Farms

The Swiss Parliament House is the seat of one of the world’s first modern democracies and is located in the capital, Bern. Although the Bundeshaus is Switzerland’s seat of government, it also offers a range of entertainment and event opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Snow-covered forests, rustic mountain villages and a unique alpine panorama – Val d’Hérens is a true winter paradise. Whether cross-country skiing or enjoying a dog sled tour, here you can really make the most of the coldest season of the year out in the diversity of nature.

The perfect combination! Head out from Les Paccots uphill on snow-shoes to an Alpine restaurant, where you can take a well-deserved break. The return back down into the valley is an exhilarating descent by bob. This is how all snow-shoe tours should end!

The focal point of the fountain is the group of closely packed together children crying inconsolably. Around the basin there is the inscription: "Jed‘ Menschlein Weh, in Tränen zerronnen; die Erde schluckt’s und weint’s in Bronnen" (each human woe when molten into tears is swallowed by the earth and poured into the water).

On Motta Naluns there is a large, sunny Kinderland with magic carpets, tunnels, and a variety of interesting pistes for children and beginners.

A new offer especially for groups with guided snowshoe walks on the Brambrüesch, Chur’s home mountain. The AIS Sports School takes participants on a one to two-hour guided snowshoe tour, with all necessary equipment available for rent.

The largest mixed-programme theatre company in Switzerland offers a broadly diverse repertoire, including dance, opera and theatre.

Cross-country skiing and working as a team can be beautifully combined in Davos Klosters: “Kurz krampfa, lang laufa” (work hard, ski harder!) is the name of the service offered to companies wanting to host a special team event with their employees.

Everybody can grow vegetables and herbs - even in a city. Experience urban gardening as a team.

Exactly 47 hairpin bends lead to the Grosser Mythen, here also referred to as ‘Matterhorn of Central Switzerland’. Every year, around 30,000 hikers enjoy the breathtaking panorama at 1,898 m.a.s.l. (6,227 ft). The view into the valley shows ‘Old Schwyz’, the cradle of the Swiss Confederacy, with Lake Lucerne in the south as well as lakes Lauerz and Zug with Rigi and Rossberg to the west. It comes at no surprise that the Schwyz landmark has been immortalised as a mural in the National Council Chamber of the Federal Palace.

A pleasure-packed piste for beginners as well as those with plenty of practice on skis - commencing on the Spirstock at 1771-meter altitude, and ending near the natural little Seeblisee lake.

The Secret of Auge is an outdoor detective enigma game that brings players back to 17th Century in Fribourg.

Crossing the Schin Gorge between Tiefencastel, Alvaschein and Sils in Domleschg was not for nervous travellers.

Snow-shoe hikes are a chance to slow down and truly be immersed in the winter wonderland of nature. The perfect way to do so is in the right company while enjoying some culinary delights. Hiking guide Véronique Bocard makes this dream winter experience a reality in Charmey.

The gentle, hilly landscapes and expansive nature areas of Jura are captivating and perfect for all types of horse riding activities at any level.

In the heart of this nature reserve, ground water has formed a series of ponds with sonorous names like Muggotolo, Pfafforetsee, Muggenseeli, Rosensee, Schafsee.

Horse trekking is an ideal activity for experienced riders and beginners alike.

Glide through town and freewheel along the lakeshore to your heart’s content: free bicycle hire from Neuchâtel Roule opens up the city to locals and visitors alike.

The first tree climbing adventure in Geneva… adrenaline rush and fun guaranteed! Go ape in the trees, right in the heart of the city!

La Chaux-de-Fonds is like no other town. Located at an altitude of 1,000 metres and arranged as regularly as a chequerboard, the town is a fascinating blend of good urban planning and watch-making industry, which is why it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site.

This self-guided tour allows you to discover Lugano from the perspective of its street art.