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NEW GLARUS, Wis.-- The New Glarus “Volksfest” brought together hundreds of people to celebrate Swiss Independence Day at Wilhelm Tell Shooting Ground on Sunday. Swiss Independence Day is August 1, and ...
News Switzerland » Glarus » Life: The 5 Most Romantic Weekend Activities In New Glarus, Wisconsin's 'Little Switzerland,' According To Reviews
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Many couples have realized that a well-planned trip can rekindle lost intimacy and romance. While sunny beach towns remain popular ...
News Switzerland » Glarus » Life: Wisconsin's charmingly retro New Glarus Lodge is a mid-century modern stay in Little Switzerland
Visiting the picturesque, mountainous European country of Switzerland is at the top of many travelers' wish lists, but it isn't always feasible. Fortunately, there are a few U.S. destinations that ...
News Switzerland » Glarus » Life: An excursion to Wisconsin's 'Little Switzerland'
It was a spur-of-the-moment decision. “They’re having a Wilhelm Tell Festival this weekend in New Glarus, Wisconsin. Shall we go?” I asked my husband, Lowell, enthusiastically. Little did we know they ...
News Switzerland » Glarus » Life: Where to eat, drink and shop in New Glarus, Wisconsin: 'America's Little Switzerland'
About 40 miles southwest of Madison and a two-hour drive from Milwaukee, New Glarus, a village with a population of around 2,000, is known as “America’s Little Switzerland.” It’s a sweet little spot ...
News Switzerland » Glarus » Life: 'We've kept Switzerland alive here': Polkafest marks 30th anniversary in New Glarus
NEW GLARUS (WKOW) -- The art of polka dancing was on full display in New Glarus this weekend as first time and experienced dancers showed off their moves at Polkafest. John Heller, Treasurer for the ...
News Switzerland » Glarus » Life: Rare Swiss tradition brings unique celebration to New Glarus
NEW GLARUS, Wis. (WKOW) — The rare Swiss New Year’s tradition of Sylvester Clausen has returned to New Glarus on Saturday. The event brought music, bells, and centuries-old customs to the downtown ...
News Switzerland » Glarus » Life: Silvesterchlausen celebration showcases New Glarus’ Swiss heritage
NEW GLARUS, Wis. — New Glarus’ Swiss heritage was on full display Saturday afternoon as the community celebrated an ancient New Year’s celebration called Silvesterchlausen. The celebration saw ...