Switzerland - Aug '12
Switzerland: I'd been here before (many years ago) and Pratiwi had seen the pictures. Perhaps this was the most eagerly anticipated leg of the summer? It didn't disappoint either: Switzerland is just stunningly beautiful in the countryside and very clean and efficient in the cities. What's not to love?
We briefly caught up with old friends in Zurich before heading for the hills. Verbier & Interlaken to be precise.
The only downside to this country is the cost of living. Wow! This is why we brought the tent! After sharing a pretty cramped, but as it turned out enjoyable random time in Verbier there was an amazing five days of camping in Interlaken. Would you believe that we have stayed at hotels (really comfortable ones too) in France that are cheaper than the cost of camping here?!
This being the mountains there were also some very stormy nights, but better rain when you are sleeping, eh?
Stunning views both when cycling and hiking. Couldn't have asked for more from this all to brief stay.
Tuesday 14 August 2012
Pratiwi enjoying Switzerland... somewhere near Alt St Johann.
Tuesday 14 August 2012
... and a good night was had by all! Catching up in Zurich. Plus the fantastic ribs that came earlier. Yum! 
Wednesday 15 August 2012
Drive & short walk up to the Hochwacht tower. Beautiful day, & view from the top was quite good as you would expect!
Wednesday 15 August 2012
These pick-your-own-leave-some-cash flower fields seem to be popular in a few European countries. Brilliant!
Wednesday 15 August 2012
Down on Jucker Farm. Enjoying huge slice of cake & apple juice, which was superb despite looking like dirty water! 
Thursday 16 August 2012
In a rather overcast Montreux for lunch & a little messing about. Great weather if you're a... well... have a look
Thursday 16 August 2012
Part way up the road to Verbier... Looooove the mountains 
Thursday 16 August 2012
Enjoying drinks in the Verbier sun while waiting for the access to the accommodation to show up... no rush
Thursday 16 August 2012
Despite our apprehension, @aglogan did OK on the accommodation front 
Evening view from the balcony in Verbier 
Friday 17 August 2012
Morning views from the balcony here in Verbier. Hmmmmmm...
Friday 17 August 2012
From today's ride: End of the road above Verbier. Or rather where it becomes gravel a short way below Croix de Coeur.
Sunday 19 August 2012
Lac de Mauvoisin. A dam if the tunnels & wall don't give it away How much better would it be without those though?
Monday 20 August 2012
Another beautiful picnic spot for lunch, this time by Lake Thun.
Tuesday 21 August 2012
Good morning Switzerland! Another beautiful day starts in Interlaken 
Tuesday 21 August 2012
Just got back from cycling round Lake Brienz. It's a tough job, but somebody's got to do it!
Tuesday 21 August 2012
Great day! Morning cycle round the lake, arvo paddle on the lake. Find mobile roast chicken stand (yum!) & relax!
Wednesday 22 August 2012
A misty start to the morning looking down over Lake Brienz & Interlaken.
Wednesday 22 August 2012
Views on the train from Wilderswil to Schynige Platte... not your average morning commute!
Wednesday 22 August 2012
Hiking on Schynige Platte. Amazing! Just a short one today, but would love to return & continue all the way to First!
Wednesday 22 August 2012
Train ride back down to Wilderswil. Same views but different. Not that you could get bored of looking at this!
Wednesday 22 August 2012
Looking down the valley, over the roofs of Lauterbrunnen. Then a quick look at it's famous Staubbach Falls.
Wednesday 22 August 2012
Dinner at Hotel Oberland. I have slab of pork wrapped in bacon on rösti, all topped with herb butter stuff. Yum!
Wednesday 22 August 2012
Final destination of the day is Grindelwald. Think it's safe to say we saved the best 'til last & timing was good!
Thursday 23 August 2012
After some very active days this morning's ride to Grosse Scheidegg was a struggle. Lucky there were views to enjoy!
Saturday 25 August 2012
In Basel for the morning so a bit of shopping (hmmm... brot und kuchen!) & look about. Nice, clean, efficient: Swiss!
