The proposal aims to cap large-scale temporary rentals by commercial providers and make more living space available for local residents without hampering tourism, according to the campaigners.

Switzerland is known around the world for its chocolate, cheese, charming towns and scenic landscapes. Everywhere you turn, you're treated to a little bit of history and a little bit of nature's ...

Some will be wondering why Switzerland has a navy at all; others might ponder why it is based on lake Lucerne, which is as far away from the country’s borders as it is possible to be. But ...