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Dimitri Burkhard
Switzerland Carnival Traditions Explained in 2025
Carnival is the time of year when ordinary citizens step out of line. Here's all you need to know about Switzerland carnival traditions...
2024 Carnival Parades in Switzerland – Practical Guide
Dirty Thursday is nearing, which means one thing: carnival! Here's an overview of the main carnival parades in Switzerland.
Alpine Cow Parades in Switzerland: Complete 2024 Guide
Swiss farmers return their herds from high-altitude pastures in autumn. Here is a list of all the alpine cow parades in 2024.
Schnappesel in Wald is the weirdest New Year’s tradition
On New Year's Eve, Wald is being visited by a king and a donkey with an attitude. Schnappesel in Wald is a centuries-old tradition.
CANCELED – The Escalade Festival and historical parade (Geneva)
Each December, Geneva's residents celebrate the traditional Escalade Festival. But what is this historic festival all about? The holiday is dedicated to...
How alpine cow parades in Appenzell really work (Alpabfahrt)
When livestock returns from the Alps, it's always a spectacle. Here's all you need to know about the alpine cow parades in Appenzell.
9 Swiss winter traditions that are truly unique 🇨🇭
The one thing these curious Swiss winter traditions have in common: they take place between Ash Wednesday and mid-April.
10 unique winter traditions that define Swiss culture 🇨🇭
Farming life at the foothills of the Alps, and thus Swiss culture, once was riddled with mystery.
