NASA's Landsats captured views of a Swiss glacier 40 years apart, showing how a warming world has reduced its footprint.

Switzerland's glaciers could almost disappear due to global warming. Melting ice in the Alps will have an impact on large ...

The Transylvanian Alps provide visitors with abundant wildlife, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and quaint villages—without the ...

Enveloped in a thick layer of snow as soon as the cold winds begin to blow through the Alps, Switzerland's scenic mountain towns transform in the winter. As warm golden lights begin to peak ...

Alpinists forged several bold new lines in the Alps in February and March. Here's a roundup of what has been a busy and ...

Thanks to abundant snowfall, lift operators benefited from increased visitor numbers, with the number of guests jumping by 12 ...

While other Swiss resorts scramble for snow ... a striking mountaintop restaurant that's already the talk of the Alps. The winter social calendar here reads like a European fairy tale.

Step into a winter fairy tale in Zermatt, Switzerland! Nestled in the Valais canton at the base of the iconic Matterhorn, this car-free alpine village glows with festive lights and cozy chalets ...

Gstaad, nestled in the breathtaking Bernese Alps, is a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and luxury relaxation. Here are some of the best activities to enjoy, from alpine exploration to unwinding in ...

The Swiss Alps provide masterful views at any time of the year. And if you don't want to schuss the slopes, hiking can be a wonderful alternative. However, terrain can vary greatly, so review your ...

Avalanches could be triggered by individual winter sports enthusiasts in dangerous ... above sea level on the southern slopes of the Alps, excluding the Münstertal and Bernina region, and 15 ...