After years of “Tuscanisation” and “mineralisation” due to summer droughts, the landscapes in Switzerland are once again displaying their characteristic vegetative splendour, the foundation stated in a press release on Friday. +Sign up to get the most important news from Switzerland directly in your inbox Since the turn of the millennium, the natural vegetation in summer, and thus the beauty of the landscape, has rarely been as pronounced as this year. Even with the hottest days still ahead, it is already clear that Switzerland has rarely been as green in summer as it is this year, showcasing an extraordinary abundance of flowers and trees.
+How Swiss tourism bosses deal with the effects of influencers However, this year has also highlighted one consistent issue, according to the Foundation for Landscape Conservation: “Where trees and flower meadows are absent, both in urban and rural areas, the situation remains unchanged.” The beauty of the landscape is evident where trees and natural meadows are allowed to flourish. The foundation’s call to action is clear: “Let’s plant trees and create nature wherever possible!” Adapted from German by DeepL/amva.