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Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Algeria

Learn about the similarities and differences between Switzerland and Algeria by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

Switzerland vs. Algeria - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Algeria is 919 595 mi². This means that the area of Algeria is 5669% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
15 940 mi²
919 595 mi²

Coastline length

Switzerland has a coastline of 0.0 mi, while Algeria has a coastline of 620.1 mi.

0.0 mi
620.1 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in Algeria is Algiers, where the population is 3 415 810.

390 474 ppl
3 415 810 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Switzerland is Monte Rosa, its height is 15 203 ft. The highest peak in Algeria is Mount Tahat, which rises to a height of 9 852 ft.

15 203 ft
Monte Rosa
9 852 ft
Mount Tahat

Highest recorded temperature

In Switzerland, the highest temperature ever measured was 106.7°F and was recorded in Grono, Moesa District, while in Algeria the highest temperature was 123.1°F and was recorded in In Salah, Tamanrasset Province.

106.7°F
Grono, Moesa District
123.1°F
In Salah, Tamanrasset Province

Lowest recorded temperature

In Switzerland, the lowest temperature ever measured was -43.2°F and was recorded in La Brévine, while in Algeria, the lowest temperature was -4°F and was recorded in Batna, Batna Province.

-43.2°F
La Brévine
-4°F
Batna, Batna Province

Society

Switzerland vs. Algeria - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Algeria is home to 43 851 044 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
8 654 622 ppl
43 851 044 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 83.0 years in Switzerland and 77.8 years in Algeria.

83.0 years
77.8 years

Average age

The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 28.9 years in Algeria.

42.7 years
28.9 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.65% in Switzerland and 1.41% in Algeria.

0.65%
1.41%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 81.4% in Algeria.

99.0%
81.4%

Language

In Switzerland, the main language is German, French, Italian, and in Algeria the primary language is Arabic.

german, french, italian
arabic

Religion

In Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity; in Algeria, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

9 305 000 ppl
Ranking: 32/174
1 710 000 ppl
Ranking: 80/174

Economy

GDP per capita

Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. Algeria: 11 320 Int$.

71 761 Int$
Ranking: 6/194
11 320 Int$
Ranking: 112/194

Currency

Switzerland: Swiss Franc (CHF). Algeria: Algerian Dinar (DZD).

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CHF
Swiss Franc
DZD
Algerian Dinar

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J). Electricity in Algeria: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, J
230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F

Driving side

Switzerland has right-hand traffic, Algeria has right-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

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Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; Algeria - January, February, November, December.

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise normal safety precautions
Level 1
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2

Visa requirements

For citizens of United States (Settings → Your Country)
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Visa not required
A visa is not required.
Visa required
A visa is required, it must be obtained at the embassy or at the appropriate consular office.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B121 USD - 154 USD
T247 USD - 320 USD
B45 USD - 53 USD
T58 USD - 80 USD

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