Have you ever heard of the Valais Blacknose sheep breed? 🐑🇨🇭 Originating from the canton of Valais, this breed has existed since the 15th century and has adapted to the alpine environment. It is also known for its extremely social nature. We'll let you figure out why it's named that... 👃 ℹ️:

What if logistics could help save lives? 🇨🇭 @ETH helped @ICRC develop a smart planning tool that: ✔️ Cuts waste by 24% ✔️ Ensures medical supplies arrive where they’re needed most ✔️ Saves millions for more humanitarian aid A powerful example of innovation making a difference! #swisstech 🔗 Read more:

On 12 February 2025, we honour the remarkable legacy of Carl Lutz, the 🇨🇭 diplomat who saved tens of thousands of people from the Hungarian Jewish community during World War II. Fifty years after his passing, learn the full story of his extraordinary efforts and the lasting impact he had on countless lives. 👇

🎮✨ Can playing video games improve your health? Swiss start-up Neuria is using neuroscience and gaming to reshape health habits. Their innovative brain-training game reduces sugar cravings—just by playing a few minutes a day! Learn more about this groundbreaking approach here 👇

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Look closely to find @HappyLilly_! 🐮🔍 Here she is in International Geneva, standing next to the Broken Chair, right in front of the Palace of Nations. 🪑 This powerful monument is a reminder of the impact of armed violence on civilians. Why here? Because Geneva is a global center for diplomacy and humanitarian action, home to the United Nations, the ICRC, and key international organizations working to defend human rights and promote peace. Would you, like her, love to discover International Geneva? 🤝✨

🌍 Swiss-led research reveals hidden ice quakes in Greenland @ETH-led research finds tiny ice quakes deep in Greenland’s ice streams, revealing a stick-slip motion instead of steady flow​. 🔬 2,700m borehole & fibre optics recorded the quakes 🌊 Improves sea-level rise predictions 🤝 With 🇨🇭 🇩🇪 🇩🇰 🇫🇷 partners 🔗 Read more:

Nature, events, elegance... Have you ever heard of St. Moritz? 🇨🇭 Nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, this destination embodies the perfect blend of glamour and nature. From skiing to vibrant festivals, not to mention breathtaking landscapes, St. Moritz captivates with its unique atmosphere. ✨ Every year in February, thoroughbreds from across Europe and jockeys create excitement for a global audience at the @White_Turf_2022 races in St. Moritz. ℹ️: @MySwitzerland_e @Graubunden

🎓 Did you know? Switzerland’s educational system is renowned for excellence and innovation! 🇨🇭 With 34% of students coming from abroad, it’s a truly global hub for learning. 🌍 Want to know more? Dive into the infographic! © @GGBa_Invest

A new Swiss touch in haute couture! 🇨🇭✨ On January 30, Swiss designer Kevin Germanier closed Paris Haute Couture Week for Spring-Summer 2025 with his debut haute couture show, unveiling his "Les Globuleuses" collection. He joins Robert Piguet, the only Swiss designer to enter Parisian haute couture in the 1930s. 👚 Kevin Germanier founded his brand in 2018, with his career taking off after designing costumes for the Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony. His latest collection reflects his commitment to upcycling and sustainable fashion, featuring pieces made from used Caran d'Ache pens and curtains.

🎉 Happy Birthday, ETH Zurich! ✨ Did you know? 🤔 Founded in 1854, this world-renowned university is where Albert Einstein once studied! 🧠⚡ Today, @ETH leads innovation in AI 🤖, sustainability 🌱, and more!

Ready to discover the Jungfrau? 🗻🇨🇭 Admire the stunning snow-covered landscapes of this peak in the Swiss Alps and learn more about Europe's highest railway station. ✨

Cenovis, a Swiss tradition to spread. 🇨🇭 Created in 1931 by master brewer Alex Villinger, Cenovis was born from the idea of recycling beer yeast to make a unique, nutrient-rich spread. Blended with vegetable extracts, it quickly found its place on toast and became a favorite among children. 🥖 Today, this classic of Swiss culinary heritage, sometimes found at festival stalls and tea rooms, is also available abroad under the name Sonaris. ℹ️:

Imagine paying your rent with cheese... 🧀🇨🇭 As early as 1192, the monks of Bellelay Abbey in what is now Jura, Switzerland, used 'Tête de Moine' —literally 'the Monk's Head'—to pay the annual rent on their properties. This cheese gained such a reputation that documents from subsequent centuries mention its use as a means of payment. 💰 ℹ️:

Switzerland is redefining chocolate! 🍫 Zurich-based start-up Food Brewer is pioneering lab-grown cocoa, offering a sustainable, climate-independent alternative. Their first products could hit the market by 2026! Would you try it? 🌱 👉

✨ Hope for paraplegics to walk again! 🇨🇭🤝🇮🇹 Swiss-Italian researchers have reduced spasticity in spinal cord injury patients using high-frequency spinal stimulation. Two patients are now taking steps in rehab protocols once thought impossible! 🚶‍♀️💡 More research is underway. 🔗

Can you spot @HappyLilly_? 🐮🇨🇭 Here she is, soaking up the sun in Vercorin, in the canton of Valais! 🌞 The mountain view is absolutely breathtaking, but we have to admit... she’s a little hard to spot in this big, wide world. ⛰️ Look closely to find her! 🔍

🛠️ Everyday objects you didn’t know were invented in Switzerland! 🇨🇭 Swiss innovation has shaped the world in surprising ways. Check out the infographic for some of the amazing everyday items that originated here. Which invention surprises you the most? 🤔 © @GGBa_Invest

Have you ever heard of Château-d'Oex? 🇨🇭 Located at 1,000 meters above sea level, Château-d'Oex is a charming village where the sky transforms into a colorful spectacle. Thanks to its unique microclimate, it's the world capital of hot air balloons in the Alps, hosting the International Balloon Festival every January. 🎈 ℹ️: @Switzerland @myvaud