Step into the forefront of particle physics at CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, where the secrets of the universe are deciphered through cutting-edge experiments. Nestled on the border between France and Switzerland, CERN hosts the world’s largest and most powerful particle accelerator, the renowned Large Hadron Collider (LHC). Here, an international cadre of … Read more
25 November 2023, Pontresina The Cornell Club of Switzerland is celebrating its 37th Annual Thanksgiving Gala at the Grand Hotel Kronenhof in Pontresina. Thanksgiving is our grandest event of the year, and we welcome you and your family to come join us in this very special historical resort location. Brief History of Pontresina Nestled in … Read more
Sunday, 3 September 2023 Boudry, Canton of Neuchâtel Invitation to the Cornell Hike “Gorges de l’Areuse” Dear Cornellians and friends of Cornell, The hike through the Gorge de l’Areuse will presumably be the most attractive hike for the Cornell Club in decades. The pictures in this invitation were taken some weeks ago during an exploration … Read more
27 May 2023 – Efringen-Kirchen DE (near Basel) It’s “Spargelzeit” – asparagus season – in this part of the world. For those who have lived here for a while, no further explanation is necessary. Newcomers might not yet have experienced this culinary highlight, which is only available in April through mid-June of each year. Here … Read more
17 June 2023 – Lavaux Join the Cornell Club of Switzerland for an exclusive wine event in the heart of the Lavaux region, where the terraced vineyards are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. We will be hosted by Sommelier and Wine Educator, Marc Checkley, for a special “meet the winemaker” gourmet event. All … Read more
19 August 2023 – Zurich We are delighted to announce that, by popular demand, the Cornell Club of Switzerland is organizing a sparkling evening with a free flow of champagne! “Champagne à Discrétion” Soirée The event will take place at Mövenpick Wein-Bar in the heart of Zürich. There, Pol Roger Brut Champagne will be served … Read more
15 – 16 July 2023 – Pontresina Cornell Club of Switzerland invites you to the 9th Mountain Weekend in Pontresina for an extraordinary stay at the Grand Hotel Kronenhof, known as the Grande Dame of the Engadine. Join us for a magnificent mountain escape to Graubünden this summer! A special Thank You to Marc Eichenberger, … Read more
1 April 2023 – Gruyère The Cornell Club of Switzerland invites you to visit the beautiful medieval town of Gruyère with its 13th-century château perched on a hilltop overlooking the lush mountain meadows, which became the birthplace of milk chocolate and the king of Swiss cheeses. A Chocolate-Lovers Dream! We begin this excursion touring La … Read more
26 November 2022 – Basel We welcome you to join The Cornell Club of Switzerland’s 2022 Thanksgiving Celebration held in Basel this year! The weekend is full of fascinating events to enjoy this beautiful city and the treasures it has to offer. We will also hold the 36th Annual Meeting which will be followed by … Read more