Swiss Traditions: Ziebelemärit in Bern
Every fourth Monday in November, the traditional Ziebelemärit (onion market) takes place in Bern
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- 5 min
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- 2 min
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Airport Zurich - 75th anniversary
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- Aug 22
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- 2 min
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- Aug 1
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