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St Moritz & The Higher Engadine: Finding the Real Story Behind the Glitz
Explore St Moritz and the higher Engadine in Switzerland, from the famous 1864 wager that created its winter reputation to its Alpine scenery, skiing, sunshine and White Turf horse racing.
Martin Hesp
Apr 25, 202410 min read


The Zytglogge Clock Tower and Einstein's Apartment, both in Berne's Old Town
A visit to Bern's historic Old Town reveals two fascinating landmarks: the medieval Zytglogge Clock Tower and the modest apartment where Albert Einstein lived during his remarkable years in Switzerland.
Martin Hesp
Dec 30, 20236 min read


Engineless Foot Ferries Cross the Rhone in Basel
Basel's remarkable Rhine ferries cross the river without engines, using nothing but the current and a steel cable. Martin Hesp takes a memorable winter journey across the Rhine.
Martin Hesp
Dec 17, 20233 min read


Following in the footsteps of Mark Twain in Switzerland I wrote a poem
A poetic recollection of Vitznau on Lake Lucerne, inspired by Mark Twain and Martin Hesp's own memories of dining beside the lake beneath the Swiss Alps.
Martin Hesp
Feb 17, 20182 min read
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