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Switzerland

Switzerland is a landlocked country in Western Europe, covering about 41,284 km² (15,940 sq mi). Its capital is Bern. It shares a land border with Austria, France, Italy, Liechtenstein and Germany.

Capital
Bern
Continent
Europe
Region
Western Europe
Area
41,284 km²
Languages
French, Swiss German, Italian and Romansh
Currency
Swiss franc
Calling code
+41
Internet domain
.ch
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Countries bordering Switzerland

Does Switzerland count as a country?

Yes. Switzerland is a member of the United Nations, so it's one of the 195 countries Tripfolio counts toward your "% of the world".

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