Founded in the 12th century, Bern had a strategic military position within a loop of the river. Its medieval architecture still lines cobblestone streets in the historic Old Town of Bern. This ...

The sidewalk going up the Aare River is congested with wet and happy Swiss, hiking upstream in swimsuits just to float back into town. I join them — marveling at how this exercise brings out the silly ...

Today we explore Bern, Switzerland and check out the old town area around the river. Bern is also home to the capital of Switzerland. This old city dates back to the time of the Romans and has several ...