The extent of Switzerland from north to south is ...
Die Ausdehnung der Schweiz von Norden nach Süden ist ...
Correct answer: B
- A 580 km.580 km.
- B 220 km.220 km.
- C 130 km.130 km.
- D 760 km.760 km.
Why
From the northern border near Schaffhausen to the southern end near Chiasso it is about 220 kilometres. So Switzerland is shorter from north to south than from west to east.
Common mistakes
- A: 580 km.
- 580 kilometres would be more than the whole length of Switzerland from west to east.
- C: 130 km.
- 130 kilometres is too little; Switzerland is much longer from north to south.
Topic
Switzerland is a small country. Its area is just over 41'000 square kilometres. From north to south it measures about 220 kilometres. From west to east it is longer, about 350 kilometres. By car you can cross the country in a few hours, unless mountains are in the way.
- Graubünden
350 km
220 km
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Last checked: September 2026
Question 266 of the official question list of the Canton of Zurich (Gemeindeamt, May 2025). Translation and explanation: Swiss Passport.