Canton of Schwyz, Canton in Central Switzerland
Description
The Canton of Schwyz is an administrative division in central Switzerland that stretches from lakeshores to high alpine terrain. The landscape shifts from gentle hills along the water to steep mountain slopes covered with forests and meadows.
History
Three forest communities joined forces in 1291 to resist outside control and laid the foundation for a confederation. This alliance gradually expanded over the centuries and shaped the political structure that exists today.
Culture
The canton gave its name to the entire country and visitors notice this legacy in town squares, museum displays and local dialect. Traditional wooden chalets with painted facades still stand in many villages, showing how architecture adapted to mountain weather and farming life.
Practical
Public transport connects most towns and villages, making it easy to move around without a car. Visitors heading into the mountains should bring sturdy shoes and layers, as weather can change quickly at higher elevations.
Did you know?
Victorinox has been making its compact folding knives in Ibach for over a century and offers factory tours. Visitors can watch blades being ground and red handles assembled by hand on the production floor.
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Territorial Abbey of Maria Einsiedeln
6.7 km
Rigi
20.1 km
Hammetschwand Elevator
27.8 km
Funicular Schwyz–Stoos
10.2 km
Bollingen Tower
20.8 km
Mythen
6.2 km
Bürgenstock
27.7 km
Hohle Gasse
22.7 km
Klöntalersee
18.1 km
Sihlsee
6.1 km
Hölloch Cave
10.4 km
Ufenau
17 km
Wägitalersee
13.2 km
Villa Senar
27 km
Alpamare
15.1 km
Astrid Chapel
24.3 kmHolzbrücke Rapperswil-Hurden
18 km
Tell's Chapel
18.2 km
Fronalpstock
13.9 km
Rossberg
13.2 km
Seedamm
17.8 km
Schiller stone
14.9 km
Natur- und Tierpark Goldau
15 km
Etzel
12.4 km
Devil's Bridge
11.3 km
Höllgrotten
19.7 km
Lassalle house
18.5 km
Schloss Buonas
22.7 km
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