ice

ice

Swiss train derails after hitting block of ice

A train derailed on the line between Frasne in France and the Swiss city of Neuchâtel on Monday afternoon after hitting a block of ice on the line.

climate change

Swiss scientists: melting glacier makes the earth move

The melting of the mighty Aletsch glacier is causing the land attached to it to slip at a dramatic rate, according to new research by the Federal Technology Institute in Zurich (ETH Zurich).

winter

Seven things to get you excited for the Swiss winter

Winter is coming, and across Switzerland a roster of intriguing developments – from laser-controlled ski lifts to winter kayaking – will make you want to wrap up and head out, says The Local’s Emily Rose Mawson.

ice

Ice freezes transport in Switzerland

<p>The number of distress calls made by motorists has increased dramatically in recent days, as sub-zero temperatures paralyze Switzerland.</p>