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Switzerland

Alpine landscapes and multilingual regions

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Capital: Bern
Languages: German · French · Italian · Romansh
Currency: CHF
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01 / Switzerland

Places to discover

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01Valais

Matterhorn

An iconic Alpine mountain on the Italian border.

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02Bern

Old City of Berne

A medieval urban centre with arcaded streets.

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03Lake Geneva

Lavaux Vineyard Terraces

Terraced vineyards in a cultural lakeside landscape.

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02 / Switzerland

Culture and local life

German, French, Italian and Romansh reflect Switzerland’s multilingual identity. Regional food, festivals and local traditions differ across cantons, alongside contemporary design and international communities.

Languages

GermanFrenchItalianRomansh

Languages and their use vary by region and community.

03 / Switzerland

A little history

The Swiss Confederation developed through alliances between cantons. The federal state established in 1848 shaped the modern political system. Local autonomy and multilingual coexistence remain important to its identity.

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