May / June

This popular festival marks the return of spring on the first Sunday in May in numerous communities in the canton of Geneva. At the heart of the festivities is a children's parade. Wearing floral crowns, they sing and dance their way through the village. In the middle of the throng are the May King and Queen, who are carried along on a float, and the «Bête» (bogeyman) or «Feuillu» (broad-leafed tree), a figure made from branches and twigs. In some villages, the Feuillu is replaced by a tall pole bedecked with flowers and garlands, known as the May Tree. In Cartigny and Onex, local children clean the village fountains the day before the parade and decorate them with flowers. However, the conclusion by a pleasant snack is common everywhere.

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The Entlebuch Herbs and Wild Plant Market has been held in Escholzmatt since 2013. This has developed from an insider tip to a popular and widely known event for anyone looking for something special. A huge variety of young plants such as herbs, wild plants, shrubs, vegetables and wild geraniums are on offer here. There are also hundreds of native wild plants, from monkeyflowers to the common bugloss and the peach-leaved bellflower.

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Fleurop information about herbs can also be found HERE.

Together we will immerse ourselves in the world of wild herbs from 6.00 to 8.30 pm. At this time of year, the meadows offer a variety of herbs. We will discover and collect herbs along the paths of the «Naturstation Silberweide», which we will then process together. Course leader: Andrea Fürer, phytopractitioner; price Fr. 60.- /person. Incl. course materials and samples from the wild herb kitchen. Minimum number of participants 6 persons, maximum number of participants 15 persons.

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Fleurop info about herbs you can also find HERE.

The Working Group «Einheimische Orchideen Aargau (AGEO)» maintains a nature trail in Obererlinsbach with many protected plants, including a considerable number of orchid species. This provides the opportunity to get to know these plants in their natural habitat. From mid-April to mid-June, a member of the AGEO will be happy to provide information on the spot at weekends and on public holidays. During the rest of the time, the information board can also answer many questions.

Attention: in bad weather or when the paths are still wet, it is not advisable to visit the nature trail, as the steep, narrow and unpaved paths offer little grip.
Please send requests for guided tours to [email protected].

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Fleurop info about orchids you can also find HERE.

Between the end of May and mid-June, hundreds of thousands of mountain daffodils bloom on the meadows and pastures in Seewis and Fanas in Prättigau. On an area of over 100 hectares, the fragrant white blossoms compete with the last patches of snow on the Schesaplana massif. A wonderful round tour awaits you with an appropriately signposted hiking route.

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Fleurop info about spring flowers you can also find QUI.

The small resort of Les Paccots in the Fribourg Pre-Alps is an ideal place for the whole family to relax. The region invites you to celebrate the awakening of spring in the midst of radiant nature at the «C’le printemps» event. On walks, activities and events related to nature, you will discover spring landscapes dotted with daffodils. A moment of conviviality in the open air, punctuated with tasty delights, to fully celebrate the return of the beautiful days. Whether young or old, family, friends or solitary adventurers, everyone will find something to recharge their batteries as they contemplate the awakening of the local flora and fauna.

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Fleurop information about spring flowers can also be found HERE.

Enjoy a trip aboard the Bernina Herb Express from Chur to Le Prese. In the RhB panoramic car, you'll get a close-up view of the UNESCO World Heritage landscape. A delicious lunch awaits you in Le Prese, along with a guided tour of the Raselli Erboristeria Biologica herb fields and production site. In the afternoon or the next day, you'll return to Chur on the Bernina Express. The Bernina Herb Express runs from May to September 2025, on the last Friday of every month - and all at a fixed price.

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Fleurop info about herbs you can also find HERE.

Let the Bernina Wine Express take you on an enjoyable journey from St. Moritz to the Valtellina. Experience the perfect combination of Alpine panoramas and culinary delights.

Travel in the legendary panoramic cars past the rugged heights of the Bernina massif through the sun-drenched Poschiavo Valley to Tirano in Italy. Your journey with the Bernina Wine Express also takes you to the renowned La Gatta winery, where you will experience an exclusive tour of vineyards and an antique wine cellar, as well as a tasting. The Bernina Wine Express will then take you back to the Upper Engadine, including spectacular views of unique landscapes. The Bernina Wine Express runs from May to October 2025, from Tuesday to Friday, at an all-inclusive price.

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Curious about wild herbs and a four-course menu conjured up from them? Then look forward to meeting Daniel Zenger, who will take small groups of 5-8 people on a stroll through the Emmental meadows and forests. You will taste plants and herbs and learn about their healing properties as well as tips for preparing them at home. Participants prepare a four-course meal in a kitchen using the plants they have collected and then enjoy it. Dates: June 1 and 6, 2025, duration: approx. 8 hours, pure hiking time: 1.5 hours. Cost: Adults CHF 140, children (8-17 years) CHF 65, including guided tour, dinner and reference book. Drinks and other costs are at the expense of the participants.

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Fleurop information about herbs can also be found QUI.

For an entire month, 26 botanical gardens throughout Switzerland will host more than 80 events, excursions, and lectures on the topic of «Plants for our future - food crops». The effects and loss of biodiversity are already clearly noticeable to everyone today. This raises questions for our future. BOTANICA 2025 addresses the question: Which plant species can adapt and what does this mean for our food supply? How can we promote biodiversity and take advantage of the change?

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The signposted botanical path gives a wonderful insight into the variety of plants at 1800 m above sea level: narcissus-flowered anemones, green spleenworts and many other beauties can be admired on the easy, approx. one-hour circular hike. In addition to the plants, the trail also offers wonderful views over the green Saanen landscape and the Wildstrubel and Wildhorn glacier mountains. The hike is best undertaken between June and September.

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Fun for the whole family! On easily accessible hiking trails (2000 m above sea level) you will find individual posts with a total of over 80 plant panels of unique flora. Near the 7 wooden figures you will find the plants in their natural habitat. They appear in different forms each month according to the flowering time of the individual flowers. Marvel at nature's wonders without damaging or collecting them. The hiking trails are signposted throughout.

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Fleurop information about seasonal flowers can also be found HERE.

The Klangweg combines a hike in the Toggenburg countryside with a sound experience. The Klangweg goes from Alp Sellamatt via Iltios to Oberdorf and is accessible by cable car from Wildhaus and Alt St. Johann. With breathtaking views of the mountains and nature, visitors discover twelve installations created by well-known sound artists with a wide variety of metallic tones and sound patterns. In short, the Klangweg combines a relaxing excursion into the mountains with a cultural project that enjoys great popularity.

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