Switzerland Country Information

Country information

Take every Swiss cliché - cuckoo clocks, holey cheese, Swiss Army knives and chocolate - and forget them!

The one attraction that towers above everything is the staggering Alpine scenery.

Whether it's the height of ski season or midsummer, the lofty peaks of this rooftop nation offer a breath of fresh air.

Once refreshed and back at ground level, enjoy great restaurants, shops and nightlife in cities like Geneva and Zurich.

• Capital: Bern
• Population: 60.1 million
• Official Language: German, Italian, French, Romansh
• Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
• Train operator: SBB-CFF-FFS (Swiss Federal Railways) & many private operators
• Tourist Information: www.myswitzerland.com
• Time Zone: GMT +1 (Summer time GMT+2)
• Calling Code: +41
• Internet TLD: .ch
• Drives on right
• Visas: Not required by UK citizens. Check http://www.fco.gov.uk/en for further information