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The climate of Switzerland allows for a large variety of terroirs, and therefore a wide range of indigenous food, from simple cereals to refined products like cheese and wine. [1] [2] Switzerland is historically an agricultural country, with many regions being isolated from each other by the Alps. Therefore, one of the main characteristics of ...
To be included in the association's database, a food must be recognised as traditionally Swiss, have been produced for at least 40 years and remain in production. [1] The project's scope is limited to processed foodstuffs, such as cheeses or meat products. It does not include unprocessed food (with a few exceptions), wines, recipes or dishes.
Winegrowers' Festival in Vevey 2016 01201: The Fête des Vignerons (Winegrowers’ Festival) is a traditional festival which takes place in Vevey since 1797. The interval between two festivals has varied between 14 and 28 years. Basel Carnival: 2017 01262: The Carnival of Basel is the biggest carnival in the country and takes place annually in ...
Therefore, Swiss culture is characterized by diversity, which is reflected in a wide range of traditional customs. The 26 cantons also account for the large cultural diversity. [1] Not withstanding the regional disparities, the Alps have played an essential role in shaping the history and culture of Switzerland.
Cultural festivals in Switzerland (3 C, 1 P) Swiss folk culture (4 C) Food and drink in Switzerland (5 C) Swiss furniture (2 C) G. ... Culture of Switzerland; E.
Food and drink festivals in Switzerland (1 P) I. International sports competitions hosted by Switzerland (29 C, 106 P) L. ... Multi-sport events in Switzerland (2 C, 3 P)
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