Sun, 8 November 2009
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Switzerland offers year-round sporting opportunities, from skiing in winter to swimming, golf and camping in summer.Switzerland offers unparalleled opportunities for sports throughout the year, providing the sports enthusiast with ski slopes in the winter months and outdoor swimming pools in summer. With names like Roger Federer and Martina Hingis known by millions, sports are an essential part of Swiss life. The Swiss are very health-conscious and practice sports regularly.
Winter sports
Switzerland is home to winter sports like ice skating, skiing and snowboarding. Most families spend at least a week of their annual holiday at a ski resort. Major towns and most alpine resorts have an ice field for skating in the winter. At school, pupils often follow elementary courses in skiing and figure skating.
Biking and hiking
Biking and mountain climbing are the most popular summertime sports. Switzerland also has more kilometres of hiking paths per capita than any other nation and many Swiss enjoy using them. In the main towns and cities, several clubs provide outdoor treks, but most people prefer to practice them independently. For inexperienced hikers, guides are available.
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