The weekend Escalade Races in Geneva were the most popular yet.
Organizers say they’re delighted at its success. 47,000 pounded the streets across the two days – the highest ever.
Last year – which was another strong year – there were 44,000.
The head of the organizing committee, Jerry Maspoli, told the press that everything went well, the races all started on time and even the weather was perfect.
Heavy snow causes chaos
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Geneva car tax issue dominates Grand Council
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Franc strongest against euro
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SRG/SSR faces massive cuts
Are the days numbered for public service broadcasting?
People now back nuclear power
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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.
