The Austrian Freeski Open has developed into a top class freeski event. It took place for the seventh time from January 13th to 16th, 2009.

In the second part of the documentary about the Austrian Freeski Open, it’s now the ladies’ and the rookies’ turn.

In the third and last part of this documentary about the Austrian Freeski Open you will meet the first-place leader of the women, the parkour is introduced which is then followed by the men’s final.

The rush is on at the nearest tire service station as soon as the first snow falls! Besides being able to avoid those long waiting lines, there are other important reasons for having those winter tires mounted early. Check it out for your own safety! Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]

The Baltic 2 wind turbines are as tall as the Great Pyramid of Giza and recently began producing power in a wind park north of Rügen. The energy provider EnBW will now be focusing their efforts on the North Sea. Sehr interessant! Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]

Switzerland is more than just a haven for nature and wildlife; it's also Europe's water reservoir. This visually captivating documentary showcases the aquatic ecosystems and diverse fauna of Valais.

Enjoy a magical journey through Switzerland's rugged wilderness. This is nature at its finest! In this clip you will learn some interesting facts about the glaciers, the wildlife, and the climate.

Part three of this mini-series features breathtaking winter scenes of the Alps and wildlife that includes foxes, chamois, marmots, and wolves.

In addition to wolves, badgers, and eagles, there are now lynxes roaming Switzerland once again!

What species can you encounter in the Swiss mountains in spring? How does the landscape change at different altitudes? Watch this clip to gain some wonderful insights into a unique natural paradise.

The Swiss wilderness boasts a variety of climate zones, flora, and fauna. There are raccoons, and at Lake Lugano, there are even some hoopoes.

In the fourth part of this series on the Swiss wilderness, we find ourselves at Lake Maggiore in southern Ticino. Here, there are enormous catfish and bright green tree frogs.

In the floodplain forests and swamps of the nature reserve, there is an abundance of beautiful and rare plants. The population of ibexes is also thriving once again.

In the second part about summer in wild Switzerland, we see golden eagles, marmots, and the rare Danube salmon. In particular, we get a good sense of the hard fight for survival in this beautiful paradise.

Along the Anterior Rhine, the day begins with feathers, fur, and fine fibers. Among bathing birds, furry newcomers, and artful nests, nature prepares for autumn—with guests who stay and those who only briefly linger.