Waters in Switzerland are renowned for their pristine clarity, leading locals to float home after a long day at work, leaving many viewers and travelers astonished.
TikTok audiences were amazed to witness how common it is for Swiss citizens to float back home after their working hours.
This summer tradition takes place in the Aare and Rhine rivers across Switzerland. While the concept may sound exhausting, those participating don’t even need to swim, as the strong currents effortlessly carry them from one point to another.
One of the key questions that viewers had was regarding keeping their belongings dry. A local clarified in a trending TikTok that floaters utilize a “wickelfisch.”
“We employ waterproof bags known as ‘wickelfisch’ to store our belongings; these bags double as floaters for those who prefer to drift along rather than swim,” they explained.
Another local shared a TikTok showing their seat near the stairs and railing that provided access to the river, as many were curious about where to enter and exit.
@my_swiss_stories Turquoise Aare river in Bern, Switzerland🇨🇭. . .
#switzerland
#commute
#river
#floating
One curious traveler even visited a river specifically to confirm the phenomenon, and later expressed their surprise on TikTok.
“I thought the idea of Swiss people floating home from work was just TikTok folklore until I witnessed it myself,” they stated.
Viewers responded with their own astonishment, commenting on how incredible it was to see so many individuals floating home through the crystal-clear waters.
@roqaiatravels Looked so fun tbh
“How is this even real?!” asked a puzzled viewer.
“Imagine having access to such clean water for this,” remarked another.
Many viewers commended those who chose to float home from work, suggesting that it represents “how life should be lived.”
“Can you envision acing a stressful day at work, only to let it all go as you flow home? The ideal balance,” mused one viewer.
“Wait, this seems like a dream,” added another.
Earlier this summer, social media users were also amazed to see a squirrel waterskiing. As that little one made headlines, it was revealed that the squirrel has appeared in over 11 movies.
Leave a Reply