In Switzerland, barbecuing in the great outdoors is a must in the summer. But what does Swiss law say about grilling while enjoying the nature? Here’s what you need to know.
A petition has been launched in April to demand that the production of Swiss spice Aromat remains in Switzerland and is not outsourced to the US. But why are the Swiss so obsessed with the food seasoning?
The Swiss city of Basel's famous 'Fasnacht' carnival celebration kicks off at 4am on Monday, February 23rd. Here's what to know about the tradition and the key events.
As you know by now, the Swiss have laws and regulations for pretty much everything — ranging from how to throw away your garbage to how to boil a lobster. But what about nudity? Here's the bare truth.
Whether you're visiting Switzerland or you've been living here for years, working out the tipping rules can be difficult. We asked our readers to give us the lowdown on tipping culture in Switzerland.
Sunday is a traditional day of rest in Switzerland and much of the country pretty much shuts down and there are also tight rules for what people can do.
The Swiss may not have a reputation for being funny but they actually have a great sense of humour. The Local compiled some jokes and funny quotes about Switzerland for our readers’ enjoyment.
The Swiss love their cheese and chocolate, but they won’t look at you strangely if you don’t eat either. When it comes to wine-drinking, however, things can be different, especially at Christmas time, explains Helena Bachmann.
For an orderly country, Switzerland is full of people who have seemingly never mastered the art of patiently waiting in line. Why is it and how to deal with this behaviour?
In Switzerland, Sundays are considered sacred to many and quiet time is strongly encouraged, which means there are certain activities you should avoid - or risk being told off.
Even though it has strict animal rights laws Switzerland remains the only European country where eating your pet cat or dog is legal, but the Swiss actually still do it?
Switzerland’s population already enjoys one of the world’s highest life expectancies. But the government says a better diet can help them stay healthier even longer.
Switzerland's new instant payment system will bolster the future of cashless payments in the country, the Swiss central bank said Wednesday after the scheme went live.
There is a perception in Switzerland that Swiss natives and foreigners just don't really get on. Clare O'Dea explains why there might be a lack of chemistry and where the blame may lie.
Shopping is not merely about filling your cart with food and other necessities — where in Switzerland you choose to shop also reveals quite a bit about you.
Neither the Swiss nor foreign residents are neutral about living in Switzerland — in fact, they have some strong opinions about the pros and cons of living here.
Nothing rounds off a Swiss school trip better than the combination of a bread bun and a much-beloved red tube – at least until you find out what’s inside.
Switzerland's biggest carnival kicked off in the early hours of Monday as revellers in fancy costumes lit up the darkened streets of Basel, with many lanterns themed on AI and climate change.
From turning up to meetings five minutes ahead of time, to tramping through mountain valleys, we wanted to know: What local habits do foreign residents pick up in Switzerland?
