This post collects a variety of sites on the southern shores of Lake Neuchâtel, a region that doesn't have a lot of tourist traffic but offers a lot to those interested in Roman and medieval history. Avenches Avenches really should be part
Sitting in a prime spot between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, Interlaken is the gateway to the Berner Oberland. This is the region of Switzerland that really looks the part, with waterfalls and peaky mountains stretching in every direction. If
Famed for its twenty-nine miles of beaches, Santa Cruz lures visitors with surf, sun, and a Coney Island-esque beach boardwalk. Food wise, it leans very casual for settings, but the quality of food can be quite elevated. The weather is
Sion is the capital of Valais and quite striking as you approach it - it’s known for its stunning hilltop fortifications: the 13th-century **Tourbillon Castle ruins and the ***Basilique de Valère complex, with a basilica housing a playable organ over
Glarus, the smallest canton in Switzerland, is tucked into a valley with dramatic peaks on either side. It’s a major family camping destination, and popular with hikers. The main road runs right through the initial towns, and then winds up
One of the last valleys in Valais, this area features highly vertical terrain, winding roads, and a variety of year-round athletic activities. French-speaking, proudly so. ***Saint Luc is a favorite on our ski list; *Grimentz/Zinal less so. If you visit for
The Dolomites span a huge area that cut across multiple districts and provinces. We love it - we're five trips in now, and keep finding more to explore. Excellent, intermediate skiing with views, some of the best hiking to be
Switzerland’s cheese capital. Gruyères churns out an enormous amount of cheese for its small size. The small medieval town gives its name to Le Gruyère cheese and you can discover how it’s made at the local factory - with a
Gstaad has a major reputation, which it generally lives up to - it’s full of flashy clothes, with amazing people watching on the slopes. We love the region because it also delivers on one of the best outdoor experiences in
Verbier has the notable distinction of being one of our least favorite places to go. It’s a Brit-magnet, features high prices (seriously, really high), and has a splashy elitist vibe I find unappealing. To quote the SeeVerbier.com website, “Verbier has