Students simulate lunar mission in Swiss Gotthard Fortress

No one has set foot on the moon for over 50 years — but interest in returning remains strong. In addition to large space organizations such as NASA, students are currently simulating a moon mission for the fifth time. They currently live in complete isolation for over two weeks in the middle of the Gotthard mountain range.

The World War fortress of Sasso San Gottardo in Switzerland served as a secret military facility until 2001. Credit: UCG/UCG/Universal Images Group/Getty Images

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