In the Swiss Alps, the alpine pasture season refers to the period between May to October. Thousands of herders drive cattle,sheep and other livestock up the mountain to take advantage of the extra forage from the high-altitude pastures in the summer and relieve pressure on the pastures below....
In October 2022, RG of the Engadin (Southeastern Swiss Alps) were included by UNESCO as one of the ‘First 100 International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS) Geological Heritage Sites’3. This recognition was based on the high relevance of these RG, which serve as a reference for permafro...
We were very lucky with the weather, not a cloud in the sky and snow up at the top too made it perfect.We could not fault the trip at all, definitely recommend to anyone. Read more Review of: Bernina Scenic Train ride on the Swiss Alps. Small-Group Written January 18, 2025 This ...
The development of the phytoplankton in two years with very distinct weather situations was compared. In 1996, the ice on J枚ri Lake III melted in mid June, summer stratification persisted during two months, and ice began to build up again in mid October. In 1997, the ice melted only at...
From the Misox, south of the Alps, hails the Gazosa “La Fiorenzana”. It owes its name to a medieval tower in Grono. Right next to it, the Ponzio-Tonna family has been producing its fruity drinks following original recipes since 1921. The original lemonade is available in eight ...
Skiing in the region often lasts through early summer, but when the weather’s warmer, it’s a great time to hike. Read more Lucerne Lucerne is an ancient town with strikingly modern sensibilities. One of Europe’s oldest covered bridges serves as its centerpiece, and fresco-adorned historic...
Author of a well received treaty on the thermodynamics of the atmosphere, his qualities as a researcher were essentially related to the retrieval of meteorological data recorded at high altitude and in extreme conditions, using weather balloons. Even at a young age, he showed a profound interest ...
The start of the growing season for alpine plants is primarily determined by the date of snowmelt. We analysed time series of snow depth at 23 manually ope
Living close to that main divide here in Verbier, my clients and I profited from the situation, ski touring and heliskiing in the south, and hiking and climbing in the north. For those who enjoy being outside no matter the weather and conditions, I’ve found it so rewarding to share ...
#97 Best Value of 257 Swiss Alps Hotels with Shuttle "We stayed at La Val for 6 nights with our dog in October. We were lucky with the weather and had a great time. The hotel is great, especially the staff who were all fantastic. We ate in the restaurant 5 nights which..." 98....