Swiss Stories

Знак качества швейцарского футбола

Знак качества швейцарского футбола

Society

Чтобы проиллюстрировать то, как можно превратиться из скромной фут

Julien Gremaud

by Julien Gremaud

© ECAL / Jean-Vincent Simonet

Swiss photography: its museums and institutions

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The ‘Rencontres d’Arles’, the world’s foremost photographic festival, attract many major artists of this field, in particular within the walls of ‘Nonante-neuf’, a 100% Swiss venue successfully launched at the 2015 event. Before opening the doors of the former SNCF workshops where it is housed, first a few words about this Swiss ecosystem, an exceptional fabric of museums, institutions and top schools.
Julien Gremaud

by Julien Gremaud

Lucerne

Basel and Lucerne – when carnival becomes art

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Did you know that Switzerland is (also) home to the carnival? A number of cities organise carnivals every year, like Basel and Lucerne. Over the course of several days, locals adorn themselves in festive costume – to the delight of all.

by Dimitri Kas

Roger

Federer's good for Switzerland

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Roger Federer – the man and his game – embody reliability and excellence, which are also associated with Switzerland. He also projects an image of a modern and open Switzerland. He reached the landmark of 100 career titles in 2019. Experts share their views on Federer's international role.

by Bertrand Monnard

Sports during lockdown © Unsplash/@single_lens_reflex

Champions are finding creative ways to keep fit and relax during lockdown

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Swiss sportsmen and women tell us about their frustration over tournament lockdown, downtime, training and discovering other passions.

by Bertrand Monnard

Revario

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

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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.
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Beijing Paralympic Games: Swiss athletes eye the highest heights

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Like Theo Gmür, three-time gold medallist four years ago in Pyeongchang, several Swiss champions could well win medals at the Beijing Paralympic Games, which start on 4 March 2022.

by Bertrand Monnard