Families of the recently deceased in Geneva can now choose to have their loved one taken to the cemetery by a horse drawn carriage.
The carriage dates from the 19th century, but has been fully restored.
The Department of Social Cohesion says the slow-moving cortege encourages contemplation.
Using the carriage would cost CHF 775 – normally funerals are free in the City of Geneva for residents.
Swiss hospitals on alert after devastating resort fire
A fire at a bar in the resort of Crans Montana has killed around 40 people and injured more than 100 – most of them seriously.
Guilty of rape, jailed - then deported
It was rape — and a rape marked by cruelty.
US tarrifs cut - for now
New U.S. tariffs on Swiss imports have officially taken effect. But they maybe short lived.
School student accused of Twint theft
It’s thought a student at a Vaud High School has been cashing in.
Yet another scam to be careful of
Switzerland’s Federal Office for Cybersecurity is warning about a growing callback scam targeting bank and payment app users.
Injuries over Xmas soar
Candles, cooking and fireworks make the holidays festive, but also riskier, warns Swiss accident insurer SUVA.
