Burgdorf Castle: Exploring Switzerland’s Remarkable Zähringen Stronghold Above the Emmental Rising above the rooftops of Burgdorf, a picturesque town in Switzerland’s Bern region, Burgdorf Castle has watched over the Emmental landscape for centuries. Its commanding position atop a sandstone ridge makes it impossible to miss. The castle dominates the skyline much as it did in…
Stockhorn: Discover the Panoramic Mountain Above Lake Thun Rising above the Bernese Oberland with a distinctive summit and sweeping views across lakes, valleys, and distant mountain ranges, Stockhorn is one of Switzerland’s most rewarding panoramic destinations. Located above the village of Erlenbach im Simmental in the Canton of Bern, this mountain combines dramatic scenery, accessible…
Spiez: Switzerland’s Lakeside Castle Town Beneath the Bernese Alps Some Swiss destinations impress visitors with towering peaks, while others are celebrated for their historic landmarks or lakeside beauty. Spiez succeeds because it combines all three. Set along the southern shore of Lake Thun and framed by the dramatic backdrop of the Bernese Alps, this elegant…
