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| get natural welcome welcome to the holiday destination where much still remains a little more natural than in other parts of the world not only our unique landscapes and mountain world but also the down-to-earth people who inhabit switzerland it s a combination that can only be found in switzerland get natural is our guiding motto and one we wish to convey to all of our guests and visitors surrounded by a unique natural world and authentic people every guest who visits switzerland is sure to become a little more natural match venues basel football stadium st jakob-park 40,000 capacity 7 june ... | |
| contents strategic partners schaffhausen basel 11 delémont 10 zürich st gallen 9 3 neuchâtel bern zug biel-bienne lucerne schwyz vaduz best bets cheese wine map lake geneva region chur 1 6 16 18 32 3 fribourg switzerland tourism p.o box ch-8027 zürich 608 fifth avenue suite 202 geneva region 2 4 1 lausanne gruyères interlaken 8 jura and the 3 lakes region fribourg region 4 38 46 54 60 66 5 gstaad st moritz new york ny 10020 usa switzerland travel centre ltd gstaad valais ticino 6 5 7 brig bellinzona 2 sion geneva 1st floor 30 bedford street london wc2e 9ed uk 7 6 lugano graubünden it is our pleasure ... | |
| grandhotel giessbach lake brienz bernese oberland food for thought cuisine is ... travel through switzerland you ll find berner rösti buttery home-fried potatoes in ... | |
| a glorious gastronomic landscape from luxury restaurants to small country inns lake geneva region worth a visit for its local specialities alone with its lakes and mountains forests and vineyards the lake geneva region is a feast for the senses even before you try the region s delicate regional foods and unrivalled wines view towards st-saphorin lavaux the lake geneva region is easy to reach thanks to a good rail and road network and the proximity of geneva airport its privileged position at the heart of europe has long made it particularly open-minded and cosmopolitan it is no surprise then ... | |
| traditions and pleasures jura and the 3 lakes region the homeland of natural delights welcome to this beautiful part of switzerland where precision watches are made and welcome to its hospitable hotels and restaurants whose kitchens and cellars serve the gifts of nature exquisitely prepared pointe du grain vineyard bevaix in the land of delicious surprises from the heights and gentle lower slopes of the jura and to the wide open spaces of the 3 lakes region this part of switzerland forms an exquisite scenic backdrop to its gastronomic variety the different landscapes shaped by land and water complement ... | |
| gastronomic flights of fancy exceptional variety in a compact area hardly any other area is as rich in unique local products as the pays de fribourg home of world-famous gruyère cheese le gruyère aoc and its creamy brother vacherin fribourgeois paired in equal parts for classic fondue moitié-moitié canfreshly caught fish and local wine in the lakes region just an hour from the chain of the pre-alps lie the small historic towns of murten on the lake of the same name and estavayerle-lac on lake neuchâtel here down by the lakeside the leisurely pace of life has an almost mediterranean feel the perfect ... | |
| emmentaler aoc the king of swiss cheese this celebrated cheese takes its name from the valley tal of the river emme in the canton of bern where production of the cheese can be traced back to the 13th century emmentaler aoc is made from fresh untreated milk from cows fed on grass and hay but not silage it takes about 12 litres of milk to make one kilo of cheese the use of any additives is prohibited as is the use of genetically modified ingredients the characteristic holes the wheels have a diameter of 80 to 100 cm 32 to 40 inches and weigh between 75 and 100 kg 165 and 220 pounds tradition ... | |
| transports of delight movable feasts restaurant on the train dine in comfort as you travel breakfast lunch or dinner the elvetino restaurant offers an extensive à-la-carte menu light meals and snacks as well as exclusive set menus based on recipes devised by top chefs bistro coffee and snacks in the elvetino bistro on the lower deck of most intercity doubledecker trains you ll find coffee specialities cakes biscuits hot and cold snacks and cold drinks which you can also take back to your seat railbar service at your seat the elvetino trolley service provides a range of hot and cold drinks fresh ... | |
| hotel castell zuoz graubünden gourmet wellness gourmet wellness a hearty appetite for health a hearty appetite for health useful information when travelling in switzerland for specific travel information visit www.myswitzerland.com shopping tax free/vat refunds visitors from abroad are entitled to a refund of the 7.6 swiss vat on items purchased during their visit min purchase amount chf 400 to obtain the refund please ask for form 1149 in the shop opening times the following opening times apply please be aware of local and regional variations banks and bureaux de change cities monday to friday/8.30am ... | |
