What are 3 interesting facts about Switzerland?

10 Facts You Didn't Know About Switzerland
  • Switzerland has 7000 lakes. ...
  • Most innovative country in the world. ...
  • Highest peaks in Europe. ...
  • Longest tunnel of the world. ...
  • Lowest crime rate. ...
  • Creux de Van. ...
  • Switzerland has its own Grand Canyon. ...
  • Sundays are a big deal.




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One of the most incredible facts about Switzerland is that the Swiss Alps cover around 58% of the land area. Despite the abundance of mountains, the country's landscape is actually pretty diverse. In the northern part of the Alps, like the Bernese Oberland, you'll find that the scenery is very green and vibrant.

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Switzerland is famous for its mountains, clocks and its food – especially cheese and chocolates. It's a fantastic place for winter sports. The British Royals love to snowboard in Klosters while skiing in Zermatt gives you fantastic views of the iconic Matterhorn mountain.

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It has transcending peaks that are shrouded in snow irrespective of what season, sparkling lakes, fascinating little towns, and rolling inclines. Additionally, a ton of cheese and chocolate! One can undoubtedly splurge months exploring the country.

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Tourists are drawn to Switzerland's diverse landscape as well as the available activities, which take advantage of the Alpine climate and landscapes, in particular skiing and mountaineering.

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Switzerland is internationally known for its high quality chocolate. But do you know just how much chocolate is made there? Between the 18 Swiss chocolate companies, 172,376 tons of chocolate were made in year 2012. Residents help that number by eating approximately 10kg of chocolate annually.

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1. Jungfraujoch. Truly an Alpine wonderland of its own, Jungfraujoch makes it way to the top of our list (no pun intended). Also known as the Top of Europe, Jungfraujoch is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located between two mountains - Jungfrau and Monch - and is home to the highest railway station in the world.

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Switzerland was formed in 1291 as a union of three states and became an independent country in 1815. The constitution, adopted in 1848, does not allow for troops to be sent to serve in foreign wars. The country has remained neutral in conflicts around the world, including both world wars.

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