Small,
mountainous and
wealthy, with a population of just 7.5 million, Switzerland is renowned for its enviable quality of life in a country that ticks along like
clockwork. Its products are sought after the world over, from its delicious
cheese and
chocolate to luxurious watches whose timekeeping is as sharp as a Swiss Army Knife, another popular export from this sophisticated Alpine nation.
Switzerland's famed political neutrality, financial power and isolated location, ring-fenced by breathtaking
mountains, have enabled it to play a safe but central role in European affairs. The conveniently central location in the middle of Europe has also made Switzerland a favourite meeting place for conventions and international conferences -
Geneva, for instance, is home to the United Nations.
Switzerland is not only a place for professionals, though. As a
stylish tourist destination it offers such top
ski resorts as
Zermatt,
Verbier and celebrity-studded
St Moritz, while the white peaks of mountains set against blue skies make a wonderful backdrop for
summertime hiking. The ancient capital of
Berne provides superb opportunities for
sightseeing,
shopping and traditional folk entertainment while the largest city,
Zürich leads the way in
arts,
design and
nightlife, from opera and world-class theatre to stylish bars and nightclubs.
Switzerland Tourism in Switzerland (main office)
Tödistrasse 7, 8027 Zürich, Switzerland
Tel: (44) 288 1111
or 00800 1002 0030 (international toll-free)
or 011800 1002 0029 (toll-free from US & Canada).
Small, mountainous and wealthy, with a population of just 7.5 million, Switzerland is renowned for its enviable quality of life in a country that ticks along like clockwork. Its products are sought after the world over, from its delicious cheese and chocolate to luxurious watches whose timekeeping is as sharp as a Swiss Army Knife, another popular export from this sophisticated Alpine nation.
Switzerland's famed political neutrality, financial power and isolated location, ring-fenced by breathtaking mountains, have enabled it to play a safe but central role in European affairs. The conveniently central location in the middle of Europe has also made Switzerland a favourite meeting place for conventions and international conferences - Geneva, for instance, is home to the United Nations.
Switzerland is not only a place for professionals, though. As a stylish tourist destination it offers such top ski resorts as Zermatt, Verbier and celebrity-studded St Moritz, while the white peaks of mountains set against blue skies make a wonderful backdrop for summertime hiking. The ancient capital of Berne provides superb opportunities for sightseeing, shopping and traditional folk entertainment while the largest city, Zürich leads the way in arts, design and nightlife, from opera and world-class theatre to stylish bars and nightclubs.
