Switzerland Information Table & Key Statistics
Below is a detailed factsheet summarizing the key administrative, demographic, and geographical statistics for Switzerland:
| Attribute | Value / Details |
|---|---|
| Country Name |  Switzerland |
| Capital City | Bern |
| Population | 8,654,622 |
| Land Area | 41,284 km² |
| Official Currency | CHF (Franc) |
| Official Languages | German, French, Italian, Romansh |
| Timezone | UTC+1 |
| European Union Member | No (Non-EU) |
| Geographical Coordinates | 46.82°N, 8.23°E |
What is Switzerland?
Switzerland is a European nation located at coordinates 46.82°N, 8.23°E. Its capital city is Bern, which functions as the administrative and economic center. The country covers a total land area of 41,284 km² and is home to a population of approximately 8,654,622 residents. The official currency used is CHF (Franc), and the primary spoken language(s) is/are German, French, Italian, Romansh.
Geographically, Switzerland is positioned in Europe's UTC+1 timezone. Though not a member state of the European Union, Switzerland maintains a unique geopolitical presence in Europe and coordinates closely with neighboring European nations.
How to Explore Switzerland on the Map?
You can utilize our interactive Europe map above to study the exact boundaries, neighbors, and cities of Switzerland. The map widget will automatically focus, center, and zoom in directly on Switzerland upon loading this page. You can click adjacent country paths to see how Switzerland borders other nations in the region. Use your mouse scroll wheel or pinch gestures to zoom further into the map, and hover over specific regions to view tooltips showing coordinates, capitals, and country names in real time.
Static Illustration of the Europe Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Switzerland?
The capital of Switzerland is Bern. It is the administrative, cultural, and political center of the nation.
Is Switzerland part of the European Union?
No, Switzerland is not a member state of the European Union (EU).
What currency and official languages are spoken in Switzerland?
The official currency of Switzerland is CHF (Franc) and the official language(s) spoken is/are German, French, Italian, Romansh.