Extraordinary coincidences led to a misunderstanding about an accident on the Matterhorn. Yet the lesson remains: Mountaineering is no joke, the Matterhorn is a serious endeavor, and mistakes ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. GENEVA (AP) — Swiss police say a South ...

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If there’s an image of Switzerland more recognisable than the heirloom watches, chocolate bars and fondue sets, then it’s the ...

ZERMATT, Switzerland (AP) - One sheer drop-off to the right, another eight feet to the left. A switchback ridge so steep that three steps brings you to the next turn. Rope handholds to clutch when the ...

In the darkness of the Swiss Alps, Dr. Tom Harrison saw only the heels of his veteran mountain guide, Martin Lehner. That was a good thing. It would have been "unnerving," Tom said, if he actually saw ...

Nestled at the base of the world-famous Matterhorn, Zermatt is a car-free alpine village offering an unforgettable getaway. Blending traditional Swiss charm with modern outdoor adventures, Zermatt is ...