A family in the town of Wolfenschiessen in Canton Nidwalden had a narrow escape in the early hours of Sunday morning.
They were woken up by a rumbling sound, and discovered the cause when the sun came up.
A large boulder had rolled down a nearby mountain and stopped only 25 meters away from their home.
It was heading right for it.
It was 6m3, and if it hit the house, it would have undoubtedly destroyed it.
The Cantonal Office for Forests is now assessing if there is any further danger.
Economic outlook uncertain for this year
Switzerland’s economic outlook remains cautious, with the KOF Swiss Economic Institute forecasting growth of around one percent in 2026,although that depends on falling oil prices.
Geneva bans the burkini
Geneva’s parliament has voted to ban the burkini in public swimming pools, ending months of heated debate.
Birthday candles banned in Geneva schools
In response to the fire in Crans Montana, birthday candles have been banned in Geneva’s primary schools.
Transit tax moves closer
Switzerland is moving closer to introducing a transit tax for foreign vehicles crossing the country.
Fake Nyon officer fined
A man in his fifties has been convicted in Vaud after impersonating a police officer in several towns, including Rolle and Nyon.
Heavy traffic this Easter
Heavy traffic is expected across Switzerland over the Easter holiday period, particularly on the A2 Gotthard autoroute and the A13 San Bernardino route from March 27.
