Matterhorn. Eiger. Jungfrau. Schilthorn. These are storied names among the nearly 100 summits in the Swiss Alps that rise above 13,000 feet. The sheer peaks of Europe's most celebrated mountain range tower over lush valleys where waterfalls pour from perennial glaciers. High-country snows feed terraced vineyards and pastoral foothills where every grazing cow wears a bell, and every dairy farmer makes a cheese that brings renown to the local region.

With the impacts of climate change evident in its receding glaciers, Switzerland is at the forefront of protecting its wild places and promoting sustainability.