Seealpsee, nestled in the stunning Alpstein Region of the Canton of Appenzell, is one of Switzerland's most beautiful alpine lakes. Known for its iconic Instagram-worthy view of the boat on its ...

Between 1918 and 1964, the Swiss military dumped thousands of tonnes of unexploded munitions in alpine lakes. Officials believed that submerging the armaments was the safest way to dispose of them ...

Authorities say a small Alpine river dammed by a landslide that largely buried the Swiss village of Blatten is now flowing ...

The Birch Glacier above the village of Blatten collapsed and caused a landslide that has buried most of the village.

The Switzerland Alps offer a unique summer experience with breathtaking landscapes, pristine lakes, and invigorating hiking ...

Switzerland’s president said evacuees from a village whose homes and businesses were destroyed by a dramatic landslide caused ...

Both Markovich and Meier have Montreux on their list of must-visit small towns in Switzerland. It boasts views of Lake Geneva and the Alps, which Markovich says “makes it a haven for nature ...

Switzerland is offering a cash prize for solutions to remove munitions from its lakes. The ammo was dumped in lakes between 1918 and 1964 as the Swiss military believed it to be safe. Any salvage ...

Switzerland’s deep lakes are known for their postcard-worthy beauty and placid, pristine waters. Now, the government has revealed that many of the country’s lakes have been serving as holding ...

Tourists enjoying the picture postcard views of lakes Lucerne, Thun or Neuchatel might be surprised to learn what lies beneath those pristine alpine waters. For years the Swiss military used the ...