Navigate to myswitzerland.com Quick navigation Menu Open navigation UNESCO World Heritage sites / biospheres Bern, Stadtpanorama HINT ARCHITECTURAL WORKS BY LE CORBUSIER PILE DWELLINGS BIOSFERA VAL MÜSTAIR LE LOCLE TECTONIC ARENA RHAETIAN RAILWAY VINEYARD TERRACES BIOSPHERE ENTLEBUCH MONTE SAN GIORGIO JUNGFRAU ALETSCH CASTLES OF BELLINZONA ABBEY DISTRICT BERN OLD TOWN BENEDICTINE MONASTERY Intro UNESCO World Heritage sites are witnesses to the history of earth and mankind. They tell the story of the country’s formation and are part of the Swiss identity. Each one of these places stands for authenticity, quality and diversity across generations. Architectural works by Le Corbusier declared UNESCO World Heritage sites Works of Swiss architect Le Corbusier named UN world heritage sites: UNESCO includes Corbusier buildings in seven countries in its list. Show all Common.Of Architectural works by Le Corbusier declared UNESCO World Heritage sites Pile Dwellings around the Alps The series of “Prehistoric pile dwellings around the Alps“ comprises a selection of 111 of the almost 1,000 known archaeological pile dwelling stations in the six countries surrounding the Alps. (Switzerland, Germany, Austria, France, Italy and Slovenia). Of these, 56 are discovered in Switzerland. Show all Common.Of Pile Dwellings around the Alps Advertisement UNESCO Biosfera Engiadina Val Müstair High Alpine areas, wild roaring mountain streams, idyllic villages with their own cultural landscapes, colourful meadows teeming with life and mystical forests are all to be found in the UNESCO Biosfera Engiadina Val Müstair. Show all Common.Of UNESCO Biosfera Engiadina Val Müstair La Chaux-de-Fonds / Le Locle The watchmaking centres of La Chaux-de-Fonds and Le Locle have been awarded World Heritage status by Unesco in Sevilla. The two neighbouring towns in canton Neuchâtel joined nine other Swiss sites that already benefit from the Unesco label, with the agency committee recognizing the merits of the region's unique architecture. Show all Common.Of La Chaux-de-Fonds / Le Locle Tectonic Arena Sardona Knife-sharp and yellow: The seldom line along the rock face around the Piz Sardona marks the Glarus overthrust - a phenomenon of world interest. Here, older rock strata have edged their way above younger rocks. Show all Common.Of Tectonic Arena Sardona Rhaetian Railway, Albula/Bernina 130 kilometres in one train. The Albula/Bernina railway line forms the heart of the Unesco World Cultural Heritage listing and is regarded as one of the world’s most spectacular routes. The UNESCO route itself covers 122 kilometres from Thusis to Tirano, passing 196 bridges, 55 tunnels and 20 towns along the way. Show all Common.Of Rhaetian Railway, Albula/Bernina Lavaux, Vineyard Terraces At 800 hectares, the terraced vineyards of the UNESCO region Lavaux form Switzerland's largest contiguous vineyard area with terrace after terrace offering magnificent views. Show all Common.Of Lavaux, Vineyard Terraces UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch Seemingly endless moorlands, craggy karst formations and wild mountain streams make for special experiences and views. Switzerland's first biosphere reserve offers natural beauty at its finest. Almost no other region in Switzerland has as many natural treasures as the “Wild West” of Lucerne. Show all Common.Of UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch Monte San Giorgio Its summit offers up magnificent views and those inclined to scratch about on it will be left with the impression that marine fauna and other large animals once lived here. Show all Common.Of Monte San Giorgio Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch The Jungfrau-Aletsch Region was chosen as the first Alpine UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site in 2001. At its heart lies the mighty rock massif of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau and the glacial landscape around the Great Aletsch Glacier. Show all Common.Of Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch The fortress of Bellinzona Unique within the Alps, the three castles of Bellinzona are one of the main attractions of Ticino and have been listed UNESCO World Heritage sites since the year 2000. With its bastions, walls, towers, battlements and gates, this imposing fortification is truly a sight to behold. Show all Common.Of The fortress of Bellinzona St. Gallen Abbey District In St. Gallen you'll find history at every turn. The city's landmark is the Convent of St. Gall with its Baroque cathedral. The convent, including the library and monastery archives, was added to the Unesco World Heritage List in 1983. Show all Common.Of St. Gallen Abbey District Old City of Bern Thanks to its well-preserved medieval townscape, the Old Town of Bern was entered onto UNESCO’s listing of World Heritage Sites in 1983. Show all Common.Of Old City of Bern Benedictine Monastery St. Johann The internationally-renowned Convent of St. John in Müstair enjoys UNESCO World Cultural Heritage listing and owes its existence and uniqueness to Charlemagne. It is one of the few existing architectural examples from the Carolingian period. Show all Common.Of Benedictine Monastery St. Johann More topics Swiss Parks The Swiss Parks are exceptional places, where local people are dedicated to maintaining their glorious landscapes, lively traditions and sustainable regional economies. Genuine natural experiences, fascinating stories and delicious regional specialities are just waiting to be discovered. 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