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Trubschachen and the Kambly Experience: a day in the old Emmental
A 45-minute walk past 13 historic buildings, a heritage museum run by the villagers themselves, and a free tasting of around 100 kinds of biscuit — one Emmental village, one unhurried day, and a biscuit-painted train to get there. Everything worth knowing about Trubschachen and the Kambly Experience: what to see, when to come, and what is closed when.
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When the Bells Come Down the Mountain: Switzerland’s Living Alpabzug Tradition
Long before the flower-crowned cows appear, their bells fill the valley. Known as Alpabzug, Alpabfahrt, Désalpe or Scargada, the return from Switzerland’s high summer pastures is part homecoming, part thanksgiving and part village festival—a living tradition shaped by farming families, animals, music, craftsmanship and cheese.
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Interesting Facts About Switzerland — How Well Do You Know This Country?
A country with no capital, a square flag, enough bunkers for 114% of its population, and a law that says you can't own just one guinea pig. How well do you really know Switzerland?
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Swiss National Day — The Complete Guide to August 1st (2026 Edition)
Bonfires on mountaintops, children carrying lanterns, farm breakfasts, and Alpine horns — Swiss National Day isn't a parade of power, it's a celebration of belonging. The complete guide to where, how, and what to expect on August 1st.
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Caves Ouvertes Vaudoises — The Swiss Wine Weekend That Lets You Into Local Life
Over 250 wineries open their doors across Canton Vaud for one weekend every May. One pass, free transport, UNESCO vineyards, family cellars, and wines that never leave Switzerland. A complete guide by Jojo.is...
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Medieval Spectacle Hinwil — Switzerland's Biggest Knight Tournament
A thousand knights, blacksmiths, and musicians take over a field near Zürich every spring. The Mittelalterspektakel in Hinwil is Switzerland's biggest medieval festival — jousting, fire shows, craft markets, and free entry for kids.
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Swiss Culture, Customs, Festivals and Folk Music
Discover the diversity of Swiss culture! Test your knowledge of traditional customs, famous festivals, regional traditions, folk music, yodeling, and typical Swiss instruments such as the alphorn.
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Swiss Food, Drinks and Specialties
Discover the culinary diversity of Switzerland! Test your knowledge of traditional dishes, famous cheeses, iconic beverages, sweet treats, and regional specialties.