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Alcohol is sold in supermarkets. The age limit for the purchase of wine and beer is 16 years, and 18 years for high-proof alcohol.
There is no nationwide minimum age for the purchase of tobacco in Switzerland. Depending on the canton, the minimum age is either 16 or 18.
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Learn more about ElectricityElectricity
The voltage in Switzerland, as in most of Europe, is 230V/50 Hz. Switzerland uses type C (2-pin) and Type J (3-pin) plugs. (Type C 2-pin plugs also fit J sockets.) Most power sockets are designed for three pin round plugs. The standard continental...
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Public Holidays
Certain public holidays are celebrated throughout Switzerland – such as Easter, Christmas, New Year and Swiss National Day on 1 August . Other public holidays vary from canton to canton; find a detailed list here: Public holidays
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Drinking water
The water distributed in Switzerland meets very high-quality standards. Eighty percent of the water comes from underground sources, the rest is taken from the lakes. The establishment of groundwater protection zones makes it possible to distribute...
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Telephone and mail
Phoning home and within SwitzerlandIf calling from Switzerland, you need to enter the international country code. For example, for Germany the international country code is "+49", for France "+33". The country code is followed by the area code...
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WiFi
Want to avoid expensive roaming and WiFi charges? Here are a few tips to help you get online in Switzerland without spending a fortune if you have a device with WiFi or a network connection.
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Food and drink
Whether typically Swiss, Italian, Asian or other exotic culinary delights: You can find it all in Switzerland.Regional cuisine is wide and varied. Masterful local chefs create new ways to present traditional treats. Some gain international...
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Smoking policy
Since 1 May 2010, smoking has been forbidden in Switzerland in enclosed areas when they are open to the public or serve as a workplace for more than one person. Hence it is forbidden to smoke in restaurants, public buildings and offices. Smoking is...
- Learn more about Important telephone numbers
Important telephone numbers
Emergency Calls:117Police118 Fire144Ambulance1414Swiss Rescue112European emergency number General inquiries:1811 General inquiries, e.g. doctors, theatres, etc.162Weather...
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Time zone
During the winter, Central European Time (CET) applies in Switzerland. From the end of March to the end of October, Summer Time applies (CET + 1 hour).
- Learn more about Sports
Sports
Mountain climbing/hikingBoth hikers seeking relaxation and experienced mountain climbers find their ideal holiday destination in the Swiss mountains. Good equipment is necessary and the weather forecast should always be studied. Hiking...
- Learn more about Flying drones in Switzerland
Flying drones in Switzerland
Switzerland offers many beautiful places, and we are pleased whenever our guests use their drones to produce films about Switzerland’s sights. Flying drones is not a problem in a lot of places in Switzerland. However, there are a few...
