Switzerland has some of the most spectacular views in the whole of Europe, but even the best photos and most detailed accounts cannot prepare you for the grandeur of the Swiss Alps. Humbled by the ...

At the Torgon ski resort in the Valais Alps it's hikers rather than skiers ... as the protests in the country continue for a sixth night. The BBC's Analysis Editor looks at the targeting of ...

Several cantons under a heightened risk of fires; telecom operator raises the price of monthly subscriptions; and other Swiss news in our roundup on Wednesday. There are strict rules in Switzerland ...

What's the best 4,000m peak in the Alps for beginners? We asked five British Mountain Guides who are based in the Alps this question - Tim Blakemore, Jon Bracey, Matt Helliker, Andy Perkins and Tania ...