Switzerland (officially Swiss Confederation) is an independent country located in Western Europe, Europe. With a population of 9,082,848 people, it ranks #100 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 41,284 km² (#137 globally), with a population density of 220 people per km². The capital city is Bern. The official languages are French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh.
Key Facts
Population
9,082,848
#100 world ranking
Area
41,284 km²
#137 world ranking
Population Density
220/km²
Capital
Bern
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC+01:00
Continent
Europe
Bordering Countries
5
neighboring countries
Languages
- French— see all countries
- Swiss German— see all countries
- Italian— see all countries
- Romansh— see all countries
Currency
- Swiss franc (Fr.)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (5)
Germany
France
Italy
Austria
LiechtensteinCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Switzerland?
The capital of Switzerland is Bern.
What is the population of Switzerland?
Switzerland has a population of 9,082,848 people, ranking #100 in the world by population.
How big is Switzerland?
Switzerland covers an area of 41,284 km², ranking #137 in the world by area. The population density is 220 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Switzerland?
The official languages of Switzerland are: French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh.
What is the currency of Switzerland?
The currency of Switzerland is Swiss franc (Fr.).
What countries border Switzerland?
Switzerland shares borders with 5 countries: Germany, France, Italy, Austria, Liechtenstein.