The potential re-development of the Chateau de Divonne has been called off, angering the town’s mayor.
The historic building was ravaged by fire in January 2017, no one was hurt at the time.
Last year the French hotel group Centaurus said it would rebuild, creating a 5-star hotel and spa. But they have now withdrawn.
Divonne’s mayor, Vincent Scattolin, says he believes it was complicated French administration that deterred new investment – he says the town is hugely disappointed.
Cold war facilities to be re-opened
With the uncertain security situation in Europe, Switzerland is bringing back some cold war facilities and stopping the decommissioning of bunkers and fortifications.
Call to end roadwork speed cameras
Should speed cameras be removed during roadworks?
Swiss/French border to shift - a little
Switzerland and France are tweaking their shared border a little.
French football club bans its own fans
An amateur football club in France has had enough of its own fans.
Lynx found shot
Gamekeepers in canton Fribourg are hunting down the person who shot and killed a female lynx.
Switzerland is the most competitive country in the world
Switzerland has been named the world’s most competitive country in a new global ranking by consulting firm Eight Advisory.
