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Switzerland, Traditions

Traditions

I remember quite clearly that when our older son started going to Swiss kindergarten, we got a sheet of paper with instructions as to what snack he should bring. Among…

November hiking with kids: Elsigenalp

22.11.2018

A pleasant late autumn walk over the sea of fog. This is how we could characterize our recent trip to the Bernese Alps. At this time of year, many of…

At Röthlisberger’s Obst & Most in Ersigen everything spins around apples at the moment

18.11.2018

Interviews, Life, Switzerland

One of the things that surprised us at the beginning of our stay in Switzerland was the existence of so many family businesses. Whether they are construction companies, hotels, restaurants,…

10 tips for the best Christmas markets in Switzerland (recommended by locals)

12.11.2018

Christmas, cities, Switzerland

Christmas markets in Switzerland are also known as Adventsmark, Weihnachtsmarkt, Christkindlimarkt (or Märit, Märet, depends on the local dialect spoken :)) Each market has its own traditions, decorations, and food. Ornately decorated stalls nestled…

Hiking with kids: 10 Theme trails in the Bern region

5.11.2018

You will certainly agree with me that theme trails are a great way to motivate children for hiking. Interactive, informative and play elements along the trail divert their attention from…

Aeschbach Chocolate World – your sweet trip destination

1.11.2018

Indoor activities, Switzerland

Aeschbach Chocolatier is, as is customary in Switzerland, a traditional family company that has been producing chocolate creations in the third generation (since 1972) according to their own original recipes.…

Allmendhubel Flower Park – an amazing children´s playground

25.10.2018

Jungfrau Region

Last time, when we wanted to get to the Allmendhubel playground, the funicular was not YET in operation (it was almost late April!). When we wanted to give it a…

Book review: The Monster Book of Switzerland

22.10.2018

Book reviews, Switzerland

The very first book review on my blog. But as a regular reader of my blog, you know well that I am trying to get to know Switzerland in all aspects. Not…

Autumn in Emmental: Lüderenalp

18.10.2018