Switzerland is a perfect place to go hiking with its thousands of marked trails. However, hundreds of people get into accidents while trekking every year, and sometimes they can be fatal. Here is what you need to know to be safe.
If you are a foreign national and want to buy property in Switzerland, you may be wondering whether you are eligible for mortgage. The answer depends on several factors.
A fraudulent Facebook page, allegedly an account belonging to Geneva’s public transport company (TPG) offers fake annual subscriptions for 2.35 francs.
When you sign up with a telecom provider in Switzerland, your fate is sealed: you must remain with that company until your agreement expires. But what if you want to get out of the contract ahead of schedule?
If you are travelling out of Switzerland for a holiday this summer, you probably want to be able to refuel your vehicle in a foreign country at the lowest possible price. You can do so — provided you plan in advance.
Are you planning to spend your holidays abroad this year, but are not sure whether your Switzerland-based health insurance covers you in foreign countries?
As summer school break in many Swiss cantons is about to begin, your plans to drive south for the holidays may be seriously disrupted by the closure of one of the main routes between Switzerland and Italy.
Summer holidays are just around the corner and you may want to leave Switzerland for lands near or far. But where can you find the most affordable travel deals? Are there any other sites you would add?
Tuesday, June 18th is the deadline for Brits to register to vote in the UK's general election, but there are other measures you can take to make sure your vote gets to the ballot box on time.
The business of writing a resume or curriculum vitae is a little different in every country. The Local spoke to Rebekka Affolter of Swiss recruitment website jobs.ch to find out how to stand out from the crowd in Switzerland.
Finding a place to live in Switzerland's biggest city is notoriously difficult, and becoming even more difficult as the housing shortage is set to worsen.
The Swiss health system is ranked among the best in the world, but some essentials, like glasses, aren't automatically covered by health insurance. That could soon change, however
Many of us who have moved to Switzerland are familiar with the concept of 'Church Tax'. While individuals can be required to pay it, what are the obligations for companies?
Depending on how much you earn, and how much of your income you spend, saving some of your Swiss wages may not always be easy. But there is a good reason why you should try.
The cost of Swiss health insurance constantly on the rise, many households are hard pressed to pay for the monthly premiums. But some may be able to get financial aid.
Switzerland is approaching its tax deadline on March 31st. Taxes are as inevitable as death and each canton does things differently. But here’s how you can try and reduce your tax burden.
In today’s busy world, cleaners are indispensable help for many households, but you may be surprised to find that hiring one (legally) in Switzerland is not as straightforward as you think. Here’s how you do it the right way.
What are the main problems and dangers in Zurich for cyclists and how can the city be made safer for those on two wheels? Our readers have the verdict.
From folk festivals to a classical music celebration and the annual Fête de la Tulipe, here are some events to check out this March across Switzerland.
