Switzerland

Time in Switzerland

Language → German, French, Italian, Romansh
Population(around) → 8,760,861
Currency → Swiss Franc (CHF)

SWITZERLAND WEATHER

General weather Overview

The climate varies from region to region. Overall, the climate is mild. The Alps run through the country from East to West, ensuring that the North is shielded from the influence of the Mediterranean. The north is influenced by the continental climate of Europe, which tends to be cool and humid. North of the main ridges of the Alps, the most precipitation falls in the summer months. At the southern tip of the Alps, warm winds from the Mediterranean generally prevail, bringing higher temperatures and less precipitation. In the high Alps, temperatures are constantly below freezing. Lake Maggiore, on the other hand, is one of the warmest and lowest regions in the country.

Cities

Bern / Capital – Zürich – Geneva – Basel – Lausanne – Winterthur – Luzern – Sankt Gallen – Lugano – Biel/Bienne – Thun – Fribourg – Köniz – Chur – Rapperswil – Schaffhausen – Neuchâtel – Zug – Vernier – Sitten – Emmen – Kriens – Uster – Bellinzona

Fun facts

  • Swiss chocolate consumption per capita is the highest in the world. They invented techniques like conching and tempering to create world-class chocolates
  • The only solar-powered ski lift in the world is in Switzerland. Solar panels are located above each TBar and rotate automatically according to the movement of the sun
  • Switzerland is well known for its wide range of mountains. The highest peak in the country is Pico Dufour at 4,634 m or 15,203 ft. The peak lies in the Monte Rosa massif of the Pennine Alps and is the second tallest mountain in Western Europe. Only Mont Blanc between France and Italy is higher

Some popular local foods

Fondue, Tarts and Quiches, Landjager, Älplermagronen, Raclette, Rosti, Saffron risotto, Malakoff, Polenta, Zürcher Geschnetzeltes

Some native animals:

Red deer, Chamois, Ibex, Fox, Marmot, Snow vole, Mountain hare, Squirrel

Couple of reasons to visit

  • Ski on some of the world's best slopes, and visit some of the most famous resorts
  • Unparalleled walking and hiking experiences along the Alpine countryside! Even for beginners!
  • The country offers towns and villages that are a Fairytale Land on Earth
  • The well-known annual Geneva festival offers hundreds of different concerts, local foods, and is always completed with fireworks
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