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Switzerland Switzerland Last Updated: 12/11/2023 |
| Switzerland is a landlocked country located at the confluence of Western, Central and Southern Europe. It had a population of 8,636,896 in 2020. The country is a federal republic composed of 26 cantons, with federal authorities based in Bern. Bern is the capital city of Switzerland. | |
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Lake Lucerne Place » Outdoors Lake Lucerne is a lake in central Switzerland and the fourth largest in the country. Lake Lucerne is both diverse and beautiful. A deep blue lake, surrounded by majestic mountain ranges such as Rigi and Pilatus, along with picturesque villages and the city of Lucerne on its shores: this unique combination is truly inspiring. 60 views 💖 1Switzerland |
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Lake Neuchatel Place » Outdoors With a surface area of 218.3 km2 (84 sq mi), Lake Neuchâtel is the largest lake located entirely within Swiss territory. The lake lies primarily in the canton of Neuchâtel, but also in the cantons of Vaud, Fribourg, and Bern. The shores of Lake Neuchâtel are notable for their vineyards, sandy beaches, and reed beds. 55 views 💖 1Switzerland |
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Lake Zurich Place » Outdoors Lake Zurich is a lake in Switzerland, stretching southeast of the city of Zurich. It is a popular tourist destination for swimming, sailing, boating, and picnicking on the lakeshore. Forested hills surround Lake Zurich on both sides. You can travel from one shore to the other by ferry or by crossing the dam at Rapperswil. There are four islands in Lake Zurich. 117 views 💖 1Switzerland |
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Lake Brienz Place » Outdoors Lake Brienz, with its turquoise waters, is a jewel nestled amidst the majestic mountain scenery of the Bernese Oberland. Explore charming lakeside villages like Brienz and Bönigen. Enjoy a steamboat ride to Giessbach Falls. Or experience a nostalgic steam locomotive ride to Brienzer Rothorn. 119 views 💖 1Switzerland |
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Lake Thun Place » Outdoors Lake Thun is located in western Switzerland, in the Bernese Oberland region. The city of Thun, numerous attractions, and boat tours make Lake Thun a top destination for tourists. Ancient castles, romantic lakeside towns, and the majestic views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains will inspire you. Combine the boat trip with a visit to the St. Beatus caves, Niederhorn mountain, or the city of Thun. 124 views 💖 1Switzerland |
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Mount Pilatus Place » Outdoors Mount Pilatus is a mountain massif overlooking Lucerne in Central Switzerland. It is composed of several peaks, of which the highest (2,128.5 m [6,983 ft]) is named Tomlishorn. Excursions and memorable moments that make your heart beat faster. Unforgettable mountain experiences combined with pleasure, adventure, sport, togetherness, romance and lots of enthusiasm. 201 views 💖 1Switzerland |
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Geneva Place » City Geneva is the second-most populous city in Switzerland (after Zurich) and the most populous in French-speaking Romandy. Its population was 1,053,436 in 2021. Situated in the southwest of the country, where the Rhône exits Lake Geneva, it is the capital of the Republic and Canton of Geneva, and a centre for international diplomacy. 238 views 💖 1Switzerland |
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Bern Place » City Bern is the de facto capital of Switzerland, referred to as the "federal city". With a population of about 144,000 (as of 2020), Bern is the fourth-most populous city in Switzerland. Bern is diverse and unique. Whether you’re looking for nature, cultural activities, or great food, this is the place for you. 363 views 💖 1Switzerland |
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Zurich Place » City Zürich is Switzerland's largest city and a major global financial hub, known for its beautiful lakeside setting, rich history, vibrant culture, and high quality of life. Located in the northern part of Switzerland, Zürich seamlessly blends its medieval old town charm with modern cosmopolitan flair. 255 views 💖 1Switzerland |
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Swiss National Park Place » Outdoors The Swiss National Park encompasses a particularly impressive piece of Alpine landscape with a wealth of flora and fauna. Within its boundaries nature is left to develop freely. Founded in 1914, it is the oldest national park in the Alps and central Europe. Together with the Regional Nature Park Biosfera Val Müstair, the Swiss National Park now forms a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. 355 views 💖 17530 Zernez, Switzerland |