About Switzerland

Ever heard of a house that’s older than some countries? 🏡 The House of Bethlehem in Schwyz, built in 1287, is Europe’s oldest surviving wooden house! Crafted from local timber by a wealthy family, it has stood through over 700 years of history, surviving fires and even medieval house-moving trends. Now a museum, it’s a true Swiss treasure! 🇨🇭✨ ℹ️ https://bit.ly/4f2Iqoy

Tic tac tic tac: Today, it's all about a Swiss watch!⌚🇨🇭 Launched in 1983, the first Swatch marked the beginning of a new era for Swiss watchmaking by offering an affordable, high-tech, artistic, emotional, and Swiss Made model. ✨ Today, with creations like the Bioceramic MoonSwatch, the group continues to explore new possibilities in the world of watchmaking. 💡 ℹ️: https://bit.ly/4ggTHCz

Want to wish your Swiss friends a #MerryChristmas? 🎄 Depending on where they are from, the way you say it might differ! Here are 4 ways to spread holiday cheer in #Switzerland - one for each language! 🇨🇭 Merry Christmas everyone! 🎉

There's nothing quite like having a mouthwatering Swiss braided bread for breakfast on a cold Christmas morning! 🍞✨ Who's up for this Swiss classic recipe, which takes a bit of practice? 😉 🇨🇭 🍽️ Recipe : https://bit.ly/41kY8by

Did you know some of the world’s most iconic inventions—like Velcro, aluminum foil, and the computer mouse—originated in #Switzerland? 🇨🇭 With CERN driving scientific breakthroughs and institutions and SMEs at the forefront of cutting-edge tech, it’s no surprise Switzerland is a global leader in #innovation 🌍 What’s your favorite invention? Let us know in the comments! 👇 #SwissInnovation #SwissTech #TechPioneers #CERN #InnovationNation ℹ️ https://lnkd.in/g-J3KKGa

Unveiling #swisstech RAVEN! This bird-inspired drone can run, jump, and fly! 🚀🌿 Discover how this groundbreaking tech from 🇨🇭 EPFL could transform missions in challenging terrains. 🦅 🔍 https://lnkd.in/eW_uWXGK

What if you could experience the magic of Christmas in the heart of 🇨🇭's capital, with a view of the Alps? ✨ Gingerbread, colorful socks, mulled wine... These are just a few of the treasures waiting for you at the Berner Sternenmarkt. And the cherry on top? A breathtaking view of the Alps, just steps away from the Federal Palace. 🎄⛰️ For the little ones, a magical village with a carousel and animations that will make their eyes shine and their hearts warm. 🎠 And you, what’s your must-have at the perfect Christmas market?

Swiss museums, an increasingly fascinating world! 🏛️🇨🇭 Museum attendance in Switzerland soared in 2023 with nearly 15 million entries, 12% more than before the Covid crisis (2015-2019). 📈 The rise was particularly notable in natural history museums (+27%) and technical museums (+26%). In 2023, 67 museums surpassed 50,000 entries, a record. ✨ ℹ️: https://bit.ly/49wZaTW

Let's play… Jass! 🃏 #Switzerland’s beloved card game combines skill & strategy, teaching players to perceive complex interactions. A good hand is no guarantee of victory, you also need good powers of concentration & lots of experience in careful observation of your partner, as well as your opponents' body language. #Jass brings people & generations together to shaffle up, & is played all over: 🏠 in cozy home gatherings, especially in winter or when it's raining cats & dogs outside 🧑🤝🧑 at regulars' table in local pubs 🚂 on long train journeys 🏆 in lively tournaments What board game do you play in winter as a pastime? ♠️♥️♦️♣️ ℹ️ https://bit.ly/3P0ioaN #SwissTraditions #Switzerland #Swiss

Winter magic, cozy chalets, world-class markets and unforgettable traditions: discover 5 reasons why #Switzerland is the ultimate holiday destination! 🇨🇭✨ #SwissHolidays #WinterWonderland