Swiss Stories

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The 'faiseurs de secret'

Society

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Magali JENNY

by Magali Jenny

Revario

A Swiss start-up in the race for sustainable and locally produced clothing

Society
Founded by an environmentally conscious trail running enthusiast, the Vaud-based start-up develops high-performance, eco-friendly sportswear while pulling off the feat of 100% local production.
Gavillet & Rust, Biennale Venise, 2011 © Gavillet & Rust

Swiss (new) style

Society
The Most Beautiful Swiss Books is a prestigious annual award that has become an international cultural benchmark, building on the golden age of Swiss graphic design that began after the Second World War. The success story of this Swiss speciality is far from over.
Julien Gremaud

by Julien Gremaud

Cow 'Chou-Fleur' © Mavachamoi

Swiss cows and goats seek sponsors

Society
Ever thought of adopting a cow or a goat to help support Swiss farmers? The idea is catching on in our cities and is proving popular with the farmers too.

by Tatiana Tissot

The fork, Vevey

Swiss outdoor art

Environment
Once you start paying attention to outdoor art in Switzerland, your mind will start bubbling over as you imagine just what kind of masterpieces might be hiding around the corner...

by Kristīne Strazdiņa

Schweizer Fondue mit Gault-Millau-Auszeichnung

The Swiss cheese fondue with the Gault&Millau label

Society
The only Swiss product with the Gault&Millau label is a fondue made with three cheeses.

by Lea Huszno

Self-driving shuttle operated by PostBus. © PostBus

Swiss tech for autonomous cars

Science & Education
Wide use of self-driving shuttles to complement public transport – this is the vision of Anne Mellano. The young Swiss engineer is the co-founder of Bestmile, a successful start-up that creates innovative software for the management of autonomous and human-driven vehicles.