#swiss-alps

#swiss-alps

Somewhere in the Swiss Alps, at the end of a meandering lane within Valai's French-speaking region, sits Chalet Cocagne. Nestled between pasture and peak, the home also finds itself suspended between tradition and full transformation. Originally built in the 1970s, the structure's bones belonged to an era of low ceilings and small apertures, tasked to protect its inhabitants from inclement weather. It has since been reimagined by interior designer Marianne Tiegen as a modern residence inviting light, landscape, and layered textures beyond the threshold

Hiking Switzerland's alpine cheese trails offers a journey through stunning landscapes, connecting travelers with traditional cheesemakers and local dairies that preserve centuries-old traditions.

Standing on the Eiger, I feel a connection to the past as my father once climbed its perilous north face, an experience that has resonated deeply with me.

On May 29, 2025, the Birch Glacier in the Swiss Alps collapsed, resulting in a devastating landslide that destroyed the hamlet of Blatten, evacuating its 300 residents.