Switzerland is renowned for its policy of neutrality, a position it has maintained for centuries. This neutrality has played a key role in the country’s identity, international relations, and its influence on global peacekeeping.

Lake Lucerne is waiting immediately as you exit the railway station, a sprawling body of shimmering turquoise. Like so much of the water in Switzerland, it’s outrageously clear, blue and inviting, and you do wonder what the Swiss must think if they rock up to a UK beach, the harsh, grey English Channel glaring back at them.

The women's Euro 2025 in Switzerland has set a new attendance record, with over 620,000 fans having attended matches even before Sunday's final. European football ruling body UEFA announced the record during the second semi-final between Germany and Spain in Zurich and shared the news on social media platform X late on Wednesday.

A law letting the government block freedom of movement could be a deal-breaker for the EU. Yet a fudge might still be found. Switzerland’s government seems, after decades of hesitation, to have come round on the need for tighter integration with Europe, even if some Swiss would prefer to stop the clock. ■

England’s opening Euro 2022 match against Austria at Old Trafford and their final at Wembley Stadium against Germany brought record crowds (68,871 and 87,192).

In this city of rivers and lakes, it’s possible to fit wild swimming, gallery-hopping and innovative dining into a single day – here’s how best to take it all in.

Switzerland coach Pia Sundhage is leaning into soccer history to prepare for one of the toughest games in her storied career Friday at the Women’s European Championship.

The Euro 2025 semifinals take place on Tuesday and Wednesday. The winners will progress to the final, but it is the end of the road for the beaten teams.

Happy Pot GmbH has just introduced a new fundraising platform in Switzerland. This innovative tool is set to help schools, non-profits, and community groups raise money without needing to pay upfront costs.

Spain has ruthlessly ended Switzerland’s dreamy midsummer run through its home Women’s European Championship in a 2-0 win in the quarterfinals in Bern.

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