Sankt Gallen is a town in eastern Switzerland that grew up around the Abbey of St. Gall. St. Gall, formerly Gallus, was originally from Ireland. He was one of the companions of Columbanus on his 7thRead more
Sankt Gallen is a town in eastern Switzerland that grew up around the Abbey of St. Gall. St. Gall, formerly Gallus, was originally from Ireland. He was one of the companions of Columbanus on his 7thRead more
Some bits of Swiss scenery
A brief panorama from the top of Mt. Pilatus near Lucerne. A bit hazy today but still spectacular in the Alps.
Another train ride. This route from Lucerne to Interlaken climbs up and over an alpine mountain pass. Aside from cog railways like Mount Washington or Pikes Peak, this is the steepest train ride I'veRead more
Interlaken is a small town in central Switzerland located between 2 lakes (hence the name). The lakes are Brienz to the east and Thun to the west. The village straddles the River Aare that flowsRead more
Lauterbrunnen is a small village squeezed into a canyon not too far from Interlaken (see another post). It is an achingly beautiful place. I counted at least 4 waterfalls flowing down the cliffs. I'mRead more
Small Town in the French part of Switzerland. The base to visit Gruyères and Broc (see other posts).