One of Europe’s most breathtaking autumn train rides runs through Switzerland – says the New York Times.
The Centovalli Railway, linking Locarno and Domodossola, has been ranked among the five best autumn journeys in Europe by the paper.
Known as the “Treno del Foliage,” the line dazzles passengers with golden beech forests, blooming gardens and historic arcades says the paper.
A proud moment, says the operator, for a railway now firmly on the international map.
Thousands of Swiss nationals stuck in middle east
Bern says it’s not able to repatriate thousands of Swiss citizens who are either resident in the middle east - or stranded as their flights have been cancelled.
Anti-war demonstrators in Geneva
Around a hundred people gathered in Geneva yesterday evening to protest the war in Iran.
Parmelin signs EU deal
Swiss President Guy Parmelin met European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels yesterday to advance a new package of bilateral agreements between Switzerland and the EU.
Parliament moves closer to end murder loophole
Switzerland is moving closer to abolishing the 30 year statute of limitations for murder.
Water worker buried alive
A worker has died after being buried alive in canton Fribourg.
Petition for quiet cars on trains
A woman from Biel in canton Bern has launched an online petition calling for quiet carriages in second class on Swiss trains.
