July 27, 2026
This River in Switzerland Is So Clean That Locals Use It To Swim Home
The Aare in Switzerland, is no lazy river. It is the largest river entirely contained within the country. It flows through the heart of Switzerland’s de facto capital, Bern, and its 12th-century medieval old town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Most cities use bikes, but in this one, swimming is the best way to get to know the city like a local. Many people actually use the river to commute.
