35+ Interesting Facts About Switzerland 

Switzerland, a European country located in the Alps is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, charming villages and pristine lakes. Well-known for its neutrality, swiss culture is an excellent mix-up of German, French and Italian influences. From the iconic Matterhorm to the composition of Zurich, Switzerland provides a diverse range of experiences for travellers seeking adventure, cultural immersion and relaxation in the natural beauty. In this blog, we will discuss some of the amazing facts about Switzerland which is a gem in the European world.

Facts About Switzerland for Travellers 

Switzerland is a land of mesmerising beauty, rich history and unmatchable charm. From its towering peaks to crystal clear lakes, it holds a beautiful experience for travellers. Let’s explore some of the facts about this beautiful country-

1. Switzerland is a country which has four official languages which are German, French, Italian, and Romansh.
2. The Gotthard Tunnel which connects the northern and southern parts of Switzerland is the world’s longest tunnel, stretching 57 km under the Swiss Alps.
3. Switzerland is a land of lakes and these lakes cover 6 % of its surface area.
4. The world’s most loved chocolate Toblerone which was originated in Switzerland as it is the paradise of chocolates.
5. Switzerland‘s 14% of the adult population has a net worth of more than $1 million due to which it has the highest population of millionaires in the world.

6. Switzerland is a mountainous country. It covers 70 % of its territory is covered by the Alps.
7. Switzerland$1 million. Is considered the healthy country with the lowest obesity rate in Europe.
8. Other than anywhere else in the whole of Europe, Switzerland’s single person drinks 7.9 kg of coffee per year and this is a loving aspect for coffee drinkers.
9. Zurich which is the financial center and the largest city of Switzerland is ranked highest worldwide for the cost of living in 2020.
10. Switzerland has the highest railway density in the world which is about 5,132 km of railway tracks.

11. Switzerland recycles about 53% of its municipal waste, compared to the OECD average of about 35%.
12. Contributing things to Switzerland’s longevity are the high standard of living, a universal healthcare system, a clean environment and a low crime rate.
13. Per year an average Swiss person consumes about 21.6 kg of cheese, or about 59 g per day.
14. In 2019 Switzerland filed about 988 patents per million inhabitants which is more than three times the global average of 295.
15. As compared to the European average of about 10% 25% of the Swiss population is born outside of Switzerland. The foreign-born residents come from countries such as Italy, Germany, Portugal, France and Kosovo.
16. Covering the 7.107 km of ski slopes Switzerland has about 338 ski resorts.
17. Switzerland has 1,111 museums which are best known for exploring the rich culture, arts and heritage. Some of the museums in Switzerland are national museums such as the Olympic Museum, the Kunsthaus Zurich and the Einstein House.
18.  As per the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture, Making it a truly green country Switzerland has the highest proportion of organic firms in Europe.
19. With approximately 300,000 nuclear shelters, Switzerland is a well-prepared country for any sort of emergency.
20. The Swiss are known to have healthier livestock. They prioritize their animals’ welfare, leading to healthier livestock and high-quality products derived from them.

21. In 2019 Switzerland exported about 20.6 million watches worth about 21.7 billion Swiss francs. Some of the well-known watch brands in Switzerland are Rolex, Swatch, Omega and Patek Philippe.
22. As compared to the European average of 11 public holidays Switzerland has about 26 public holidays per year.
23. Switzerland has about 1,700 cable cars which are used for transportation, tourism and recreation. These cable cars offer spectacular views of the country’s picturesque landscape and mountains.
24. Switzerland has approximately 253 banks Which provides a wide array of financial services including saving accounts, loans, investment opportunities and expert wealth management.
25. Per year Switzerland has about four referendums which allow the people to vote on federal and cantonal matters, such as laws, treaties and constitutional amendments.
26.  Switzerland has about 10,000 alphorns. An alphorn is a traditional Swiss instrument made of wood and measuring about 3.5 m in length.
27. Lake Geneva is the biggest lake in Switzerland with a surface size of 580.03 km2.
28. In 2018 Switzerland was ranked first for the eighth consecutive year as the most innovative country in the world.
29. With the fact that Switzerland has the highest rates of gun ownership, it stood the world’s safest country. It has the lowest crime rate.
30. The Rhine Gorge is known as the Swiss Grand Canyon. It is one of the most unique places in Switzerland.

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Facts About Switzerland as a Country 

Imagine a country where trains run through clouds, chocolate flows like a river and mountains touch the sky. That’s Switzerland! Let’s explore more amazing facts about it-

1.  It is the third happiest country in the world.
2. The Rhein Falls are the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
3. Switzerland uses Swiss frances as opposed to euros.
4. Switzerland’s Grande Dixenco Dam is not only the tallest dam in Europe but also the tallest gravity dam in the world.
5. Sundays in Switzerland mean no mowing the yard but hanging laundry outside.
6. The deepest lake in Switzerland is the Lago Maggiore in the southern part of it.
7. Switzerland’s capital city is not Zunich, Geneva or Lucerne and the capital city of it is Bern which is located in the country’s west-central part of the country.
8. Switzerland boasts some of the finest drinking water in the world.
9. It is illegal in Switzerland to give a name to a child that could harm a child’s interest.
10. Like its water Switzerland’s transportation system is also some of the world’s best.

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