Swiss traditions

LIVING IN SWITZERLAND

How do the Swiss celebrate Ascension Day?

ZURICH

Sechseläuten: What you need to know about Zurich's snowman burning spring festival

One of the biggest annual events in Zurich, the Sechseläuten, takes places every April. The Local explains what it's all about...and what the Böögg is.

Dreikönigstag: How does Switzerland celebrate ‘Three Kings day’

SWISS TRADITIONS

EXPLAINED: What is new about Switzerland’s Fête des Vendages in Neuchâtel

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Seven traditional Swiss ways to celebrate the new year

SWISS TRADITIONS

Do Swiss cows really get airlifted down from the Alps after summer?

SWISS TRADITIONS

EXPLAINED: Which pets can’t be kept alone in Switzerland?

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Verdict: This ‘unwritten rule’ should become law in Switzerland

SWISS TRADITIONS

Precise timing: How to celebrate New Year’s Eve like the Swiss

SWISS TRADITIONS

Swiss National Day: Five things you should know about Switzerland’s ‘birthday’

SWISS TRADITIONS

REVEALED: Seven Swiss ‘living traditions’ that may surprise you

SWISS TRADITIONS

How Switzerland’s Migros could start selling alcohol as early as July