Swiss Alps walking holiday: Tacking the 137-mile trail from the Eiger to the Matterhorn

We’re 8,000ft up in the Swiss Alps between the villages of Murren and Griesalp, and the weather has taken a turn for the worse. Clouds have rolled in and lightning illuminates the sky, with peals of thunder echoing across the peaks. Half an hour earlier, the sun was shining as we weaved upwards on the trail … Read more

US and UK flags are projected onto Matterhorn in Swiss Alps for coronavirus solidarity

US and UK flags are projected onto Switzerland’s Matterhorn to send a message of hope during coronavirus pandemic – along with the slogan ‘Dream Now, Travel later’ Renowned light artist Gerry Hofsetter, 58, is behind the incredible light display  The American flag illuminated the 14,690ft tall mountain on Thursday night  Tourist site Zermatt Matterhorn said … Read more

Matterhorn mountain is lit up with ‘stay home’ message in Switzerland

Switzerland is lighting up the Matterhorn in a beautiful Alpine display to send a message of ‘hope’ and warn people to stay at home during the coronavirus pandemic.  The 14,600ft mountain was lit up in the colours of the Swiss flag last night in a projection which shone over the nearby resort of Zermatt.  The … Read more