Switzerland
Swiss Confederation
People: Swiss
Switzerland is a landlocked Alpine nation known for its neutrality, banking, watchmaking, chocolate and four national languages. Switzerland is located in Western Europe and has a population of around 9.1 million. Its capital city is Bern, and the most widely spoken official language is French. Switzerland is landlocked, sharing borders with 5 neighbouring countries.
Switzerland — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Swiss Confederation |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Bern |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Western Europe |
| Population | 9,082,848 |
| Area | 41,284 km² |
| Currency | Swiss franc (CHF) Fr. |
| Official Languages | French, Italian, Romansh, Swiss German |
| Dialling Code | +41 |
| Internet TLD | .ch |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | CH / CHE |
| Borders | Austria, France, Italy, Liechtenstein, Germany |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Switzerland
What is the capital of Switzerland?
The capital of Switzerland is Bern.
What currency does Switzerland use?
Switzerland uses the Swiss franc (CHF, symbol: Fr.).
What language do they speak in Switzerland?
The official languages of Switzerland are French and Italian and Romansh and Swiss German.
What is the dialling code for Switzerland?
The international dialling code for Switzerland is +41.
What side of the road does Switzerland drive on?
Switzerland drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Switzerland
Austria
France
Italy
Liechtenstein
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