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Flag of Switzerland

Switzerland

Flag

Adopted: 1815

The Swiss flag features a white cross centered on a red square field, symbolizing neutrality and Christian heritage.

Flag fun fact: Switzerland is one of only two countries with a square flag, the other being Vatican City.

Colors

redwhite

Design elements

crossshield

Flag family: Nordic/European crosses

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Country context

Capital city: Bern

Western Europe · Europe

Independence year: 1291

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Federal republic

UNOECD
Landlocked country

Currency

Swiss franc (CHF) →

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