Switzerland - Wikipedia History The state of Switzerland took its present form with the adoption of the Swiss Federal Constitution in 1848 Switzerland's precursors established a defensive alliance in 1291, forming a loose confederation that persisted for centuries
Switzerland | History, Flag, Map, Capital, Population, Facts - Britannica Switzerland is a federated country of central Europe Switzerland’s administrative capital is Bern, while Lausanne serves as its judicial center Switzerland’s small size—its total area is about half that of Scotland—and its modest population give little indication of its international significance
Switzerland Maps Facts - World Atlas Switzerland is the only country that is without an official capital city Located on the Swiss plateau, in the west-central part of the country, the city of Bern – is the de-facto seat of the government of Switzerland
Switzerland: All You Must Know Before You Go (2026) - Tripadvisor Save this place to a Trip, where you can track your faves and get personalized picks as you plan Tiny, multilingual Switzerland packs a lot into its landlocked borders: glittering lakes, sky-high peaks, postcard-perfect villages, world-class museums
Switzerland - A Country Profile - Destination Switzerland by Nations . . . Switzerland is a landlocked mountainous country in South-Central Europe, bordered by Austria, France, Germany, Italy, and Liechtenstein With an area of 41,285 km², the country is just slightly smaller than the Netherlands or almost twice the size of the US state of New Jersey
About Switzerland Switzerland is a mountainous country located in the heart of Europe, known for its four national languages: German, French, Italian, and Romansh Politically neutral, it is home to numerous international organisations
Switzerland Travel Vacation | Switzerland Tourism Discover Switzerland and get tips where to go and what to do From people who need to know, real Switzerland experts from Switzerland Tourism, the national tourism organization
The essential guide to Switzerland | National Geographic This exploration of Switzerland goes beyond its stereotypes to prove there’s far more to the country than banking, skiing, chocolate, and cheese (For more tips on what to do in Switzerland,