Beyond the Alps - Lerne Schweizerdeutsch
Episodes
12 How to Learn Swiss German (Even If They Say It’s Impossible)
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I explain why Swiss German can absolutely be learned and I share practical tips that help my students make real progress. We talk abo...
11 What the Swiss Really Mean - 10 Phrases Decoded
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really mean when a Swiss person says “We’ll see…” or “It is as it is”?In this episode, I decode 10 everyday Swiss German phra...
10 “You Don’t Need Swiss German.” OR DO YOU!?
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Do you really need to learn Swiss German? “You don’t need it.” “It’s impossible.” “There are too many dialects anyway.”You’ve probab...
Swiss School System Explained
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I explain the Swiss education system (focus on Canton of Zurich) from kindergarten to university, including grading, secondary school...
8 Raising Kids in Switzerland - An Honest Look
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share an honest, personal look at growing up — and raising kids — in Switzerland. From pregnancy and maternity leave to daycare...
7 Above the Sea of Fog - A Winter Escape to Mount Rigi
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I take you with me on a winter journey to Mount Rigi — up above Switzerland’s famous sea of fog. After weeks of grey skies, we es...
6 Znüni, Zvieri & Znacht: Swiss Meal Times Explained
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I take you through the uniquely Swiss way of eating: from Zmorge and Znüni to Zvieri, Znacht, and even the mysterious Bettmümpfeli....
5 The Most Iconic Swiss Idioms Explained
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Swiss German idioms can be confusing, charming, hilarious — sometimes all at once!In this episode, we explore some of the most iconic expressions yo...
4 Making Friends in Switzerland: A Guide from the Heart
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I explore one of the biggest challenges many newcomers face: building real friendships in Switzerland. Inspired by Rick Warren’s po...
3 Why Is Swiss German Not a Language?
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Explore one of the biggest linguistic debates in Switzerland: is Swiss German just a dialect, or could it actually be considered a language of its own...
2 How to Be a Real Swiss
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get the Transcript!Ever wondered how to fit in like a real Swiss? In this episode, I’ll tell you what to do, and what not to do, if you don’...
1 Swiss German Dialects Explained
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get the Transcript!In this first episode, I take you on a journey through the world of Swiss German dialects — from Zurich to Bern to Wallis.Disc...