Which parts of Switzerland are best at speaking English?
Switzerland has dropped in an international ranking for English proficiency compared to last year. We break down the latest results, and explore where in the...
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Just how good are the Swiss at speaking different languages?
Switzerland has four national languages, with three being spoken extensively in various regions. But do residents of any cantons or cities speak multiple languages?...
Seven fascinating ways written and spoken German differ
Even with High German, the differences between writing and speaking are stark....
Vaud, Basel, Zug: Where are Switzerland’s largest companies?
You may think that the biggest Swiss urban centres are also home to the country’s largest companies. But that is not necessarily so....
‘Huge differences’: How you can save money on Swiss credit cards
Hardly anyone lives without a credit card these days, but have you ever thought of how much this little piece of plastic costs you each...
Five European cities you can reach from Switzerland in less than five hours by train
If you plan to remain in Europe during the holidays and visit nearby destinations, train travel from Switzerland is a convenient way to get around....
How does the cost of living crisis in Switzerland compare to other countries?
A recent survey showed a third of Switzerland’s population is distressed over their economic situation amid the cost of living crisis. But how does the...
What you need to know about giving birth in Switzerland
Going through pregnancy can be overwhelming no matter where you are in the world, but giving birth in a foreign country can add to the...
German word of the day: Das Laternelaufen
Forget Halloween – Laternelaufen is the autumn tradition you need to know about while living in Germany (or many German-speaking countries)....
‘Grabesruhe’: What are Switzerland’s strict rules around burials?
Switzerland, as you might expect, has strict rules regarding laying people to rest. They can vary depending on the canton, but Lily Töngi-Andrews explains why...