5 Interesting Facts about Switzerland
Most of our first associations with Switzerland are watches, chocolate, and banks. However, many other beautiful and exciting things make this country unique.
For a good reason, Switzerland is one of the most famous European destinations. Magnificent landscapes, exciting outdoor adventures, and fantastic food are just a few reasons to add this beautiful country to your travel list. Before planning your trip, we bring you five diverting facts about this country you must know.
Switzerland is the country with the fewest obese people.
Although Switzerland is fond of delicious food, wine, and cheese, its inhabitants are among the least obese nations in Europe. According to data from the World Health Organization, only 17,5% of the population is obese. Also, Switzerland is one of the countries with the highest quality of life.
There are four official languages.
Switzerland has four language regions. French is the official language in the western part, Italian in the southern part, Romansh in the areas in the southeast, and German in the rest of the country. However, in larger cities such as Zurich and Geneva, you will manage just fine if you speak English. Believe it or not, sometimes Swiss people from different parts of the country need help understanding each other.
The Alps make up almost 60% of the country.
More precisely, these mountains cover 58% of the area. However, the landscape is quite diverse, so you will be able to enjoy the green landscapes, lakes, and, in the south, drier regions. Although the Alps are one of the first associations for most people with the country, a mind-blowing fact that speaks of the size of the Alps is that only 15% of these mountains belong to Switzerland.
Prices are not in euros.
If you are coming to Switzerland for the first time, don't be surprised to see that the prices everywhere are expressed in a different currency - Swiss francs (CHF). Of course, you can still pay in paper notes in euros in many places, but they will return the change in Swiss francs. And speaking of prices, it's important to know that tips are already included in the food and beverage prices.
Switzerland has the longest tunnel in the world.
The Gotthard tunnel is 57 kilometers long, and it took 17 years to complete. This tunnel is 7 kilometers longer than the Channel Tunnel between England and France. This is also the first flat route through the Alps or any mountain range.
How can you find apartments for rent in Switzerland?
Whichever city you choose, you will go right. But certainly, some of the most popular tourist destinations are Geneva, Lucerne, and Lausanne.
Besides the tourist attractions in those cities and tasty foods, it is essential to plan for accommodations to make the trip pleasant and unforgettable. We want to make it easier for you. Homenhancement furnished, beautiful, and luxurious apartments in Geneva, Lucerne, Lausanne, Fribourg, and Crans-Montana will provide you with all the necessary equipment and comfort to feel at home even if you only stay for a few days.
By choosing Homenhancement apartments, you will know that you will feel safe, like you are at home, have service and support, have a flexible stay, have multilingual experts at your service, and more.
We can also help you pick the perfect neighborhood for you since all our apartments are in areas equipped with big and small stores, pubs, and restaurants so that you will have a pleasant stay.
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