Swiss Confederation (Switzerland)

Is a independent political entity in the continent of Europe.

Its center lies at a latitude of 47.00016 and longitude of 8.01427.

Swiss Confederation also goes by the names, An Eilveis, An Eilvéis, Confederatio Helvetica, Confederation Suisse, Confederazione Svizzera, Confédération Suisse, Elbetia, Elevetia, Eleveţia, Elvetia, Elveţia, Helvetia, Isvicre, Iveits, Schweiz, Schweizeri

The prodominant languages spoken are de-CH (German) fr-CH (French) it-CH (Italian) rm (Raeto-Romance) and its currency is the Franc (CHF), currently exchanging at 1 Swiss Franc = 0.67205 British Pound Sterling 1 Swiss Franc = 1.06361 US Dollar .

Swiss Confederation currently has a population of 7581000 (estimate).

Swiss Confederation's neighbouring countries are, Austria, Germany, France, Italy, Liechtenstein, .

Regions within Swiss Confederation

Largest Cities within Swiss Confederation


Travel Advice Summary from British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO)

Country: Switzerland

Published: Fri, 04 May 2012 14:57:00 GMT

Travel Summary

  • There is a moderate danger of avalanches at certain times during the year in Switzerland's Alpine regions. Please exercise due care and attention and observe all written notices and warning instructions. See Safety and Security - Outdoor Sports Activities in Summer and Winter.

  • There is a small residual threat from terrorism in Switzerland. Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.

  • 732,050 British nationals visited Switzerland in 2010. Most visits are trouble-free. See General -Consular Assistance Statistics.

  • You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. Alpine conditions can be hazardous and you should ensure that your insurance covers winter/mountain activities. See General -Insurance.

  • Travellers in a wheelchair or with impaired mobility may need special information to plan a trip.  The official website of Switzerland tourism provides useful information.
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