Families of the recently deceased in Geneva can now choose to have their loved one taken to the cemetery by a horse drawn carriage.
The carriage dates from the 19th century, but has been fully restored.
The Department of Social Cohesion says the slow-moving cortege encourages contemplation.
Using the carriage would cost CHF 775 – normally funerals are free in the City of Geneva for residents.
9m now live in Switzerland
The Swiss population has passed the 9 million mark.
Defence budget boosted by CHF 4bn
The lower house of parliament, the National Council, has voted in favour of increasing the defence budget by CHF 4bn.
Students accuse university of censorship
Students at the University of Geneva are pushing back against university management.
Younger voters are voting more - but still not enough
It’s well known that younger people don’t vote as much as their elders, but more of them are doing so.
Warning of fake police
Canton Fribourg is warning people to be aware of possible fake police officers.
Zurich Film Festival with premiers and stars galore
The twentieth Zurich Film Festival starts next month – with premiers and stars.
