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Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Namibia

Learn about the similarities and differences between Switzerland and Namibia 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. Namibia - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Namibia is 318 772 mi². This means that the area of Namibia is 1900% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
15 940 mi²
318 772 mi²

Coastline length

Switzerland has a coastline of 0.0 mi, while Namibia has a coastline of 976.8 mi.

0.0 mi
976.8 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in Namibia is Windhoek, where the population is 322 500.

390 474 ppl
322 500 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Switzerland is Monte Rosa, its height is 15 203 ft. The highest peak in Namibia is Königstein (Brandberg), which rises to a height of 8 550 ft.

15 203 ft
Monte Rosa
8 550 ft
Königstein (Brandberg)

Highest recorded temperature

106.7°F
Grono, Moesa District
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Lowest recorded temperature

-43.2°F
La Brévine
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Society

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

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Namibia is home to 2 540 905 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
8 654 622 ppl
2 540 905 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 83.0 years in Switzerland and 65.9 years in Namibia.

83.0 years
65.9 years

Average age

The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 21.8 years in Namibia.

42.7 years
21.8 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.65% in Switzerland and 1.83% in Namibia.

0.65%
1.83%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 91.5% in Namibia.

99.0%
91.5%

Language

In Switzerland, the main language is German, French, Italian, and in Namibia the primary language is English.

german, french, italian
english

Religion

In Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity; in Namibia, the main religion is Christianity.

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

9 305 000 ppl
Ranking: 31/179
1 388 000 ppl
Ranking: 115/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. Namibia: 9 295 Int$.

71 761 Int$
Ranking: 34/194
9 295 Int$
Ranking: 125/194

Currency

Switzerland: Swiss Franc (CHF). Namibia: Rand (ZAR).

Tools: Currency Calculator
CHF
Swiss Franc
ZAR
Rand

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J). Electricity in Namibia: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: D, M).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, J
220V 50 Hz
Plug type: D, M

Driving side

Switzerland has right-hand traffic, Namibia has left-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
left-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDZAREURCHF

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; Namibia - June, July, August, September, October.

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)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Visa not required
A visa is not required.
Visa not required
A visa is not required.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B122 USD - 156 USD
T250 USD - 324 USD
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UNESCO

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

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