This evening, Wenyan, Kaishu, Jeronimo and I decided to go for a walk around the Vita Parcours in the woods not far from the house. For those unfamiliar, the Vita Parcours is an outdoor fitness trail concept that originated here in Switzerland. These trails are designed to combine exercise with nature, offering a unique way to stay active while enjoying the great outdoors.

It was a beautiful evening—the sun was setting, casting a warm glow on the Jura mountains, and the temperatures were much cooler than earlier in the day. We decided to take advantage of the lovely weather to get out of the house and stretch our legs before bed. It was the perfect way to unwind and enjoy the peacefulness of the woods.

Wenyan, Kaishu and Jeronimo hanging from one of the exercise stations.

After a long and beautiful summer, we kicked off the new school year with a relaxing and fun-filled first weekend back at our boarding house. It was the perfect way to ease into the academic year and reconnect with friends, both old and new.

On Saturday evening, we transformed our common room into a cozy cinema. We dimmed the lights and enjoyed a movie night complete with popcorn and a variety of snacks. The atmosphere was full of excitement as we all gathered together to watch a favorite film, making it a memorable night for everyone.

Sunday brought a special treat. One of our talented students volunteered to cook dinner for the entire house. The kitchen buzzed with activity as they prepared a delicious homemade meal. That evening, we all sat down together to enjoy the fruits of their labor—a wonderful way to end the weekend.

This first weekend back reminded us of the strong community spirit we have here at CDL. We’re looking forward to many more weekends filled with good food, great movies, and more thrilling chess games!