Brunni: Alpthal

Few places in Schwyz have a history as closely tied to mountain farming and winter sport as Brunni. This small settlement lies in the upper Alptal, below the sharp limestone profile of the Mythen massif, with Gross Mythen and Kleiner Mythen defining the horizon. The River Alp runs down the valley toward Einsiedeln, while local pastures and forested slopes retain the working Alpine character of the area. Brunni-Alpthal is known in central Switzerland for its compact ski area, whose lifts reach Holzegg. In warmer months, paths lead into the Mythen foothills and across grazing land. See how Brunni belongs to the wider Mythen region by browsing webcams nearby.

Built around an early settlement beneath the Mythen peaks, Schwyz grew into the capital of the canton that gave Switzerland its name. The town stands in central Switzerland between the Muota valley and the shores of Lake Lucerne, with the distinctive Grosser and Kleiner Mythen rising above its streets. Schwyz holds a defining place in the country’s political memory: it was one of the original cantons associated with the Federal Charter of 1291, preserved at the Museum of the Swiss Charters. Its historic centre, local traditions and access to mountain country give it a strongly regional identity. Move on to other webcams in the region to compare mountain and lakeside settings around Schwyz.

Switzerland stretches from the Jura Mountains in the northwest to the Alps in the south, encompassing a central plateau of cities, farms and lakes. The Rhine rises in the Swiss Alps, while Lake Geneva forms part of the country’s southwestern border. Zürich, Geneva and Basel are major urban centres, yet mountain railways and passes remain central to how many regions are experienced. Four national languages—German, French, Italian and Romansh—reflect Switzerland’s distinct cantonal identities. The Matterhorn above Zermatt is among Europe’s most recognisable peaks, and the 1291 Federal Charter is closely associated with the country’s founding tradition. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of Switzerland.