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.
Heavy snow causes chaos
Heavy snowfall across central parts of the country brought chaos, cancelled trains, blocked roads and children building snowmen on the autoroute.
Geneva car tax issue dominates Grand Council
Although it wasn’t on the agenda for last night’s meeting of the Geneva Grand Council, the issue of the new vehicle tax dominated proceedings.
Franc strongest against euro
It’s good news for cross border shopping and frontaliers – the franc has reached its highest level against the Euro.
SRG/SSR faces massive cuts
Are the days numbered for public service broadcasting?
People now back nuclear power
A new survey suggests public opinion towards nuclear power has changed dramatically.
4m e-vignettes sold
Four million people last year chose to forgo the sticky mess of a vignette on their car and bought an electronic one instead.
