Sights and attractions around Switzerland

Given its proximity to mountains and lakes, Interlaken is popular among outdoor sports enthusiasts. On a nice day, you’ll see dozens of paragliders floating above the town.

Oberhofen and its castle (upper left), hug the coastline of Lake Thun a few miles west of Interlaken.

Hilterfingen, a village along Lake Thun near Oberhofen.

A plaza near Bern’s historic Old City. Bern, Swizerland’s capital, has retained its medieval character over the years.

The Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, originally built in the 14th century, is one of Europe’s oldest covered bridges.

A tower, built around 1300, stands next to the Chapel Bridge.

The Lion of Lucerne, carved from natural rock, honors the Swiss Guard soldiers killed at Tuileries Palace in 1792 during the French Revolution.

Lake Trübsee lies at the foot of Mt. Titlis south of Engelberg.

“Food for Thought Almuallaqat,” an installation by Maha Malluh seen at Art Basel, an annual contemporary art show.

“OG-107 Scenery,” an installation by artist Héctor Zamora seen at Art Basel.