switzerland in europe

Switzerland's independence and neutrality have long been honored by the major European powers. Switzerland's role in many UN and international organizations has strengthened its ties with its neighbors without compromising its strong commitment to neutrality. 

Location: Central Europe, east of France, north of Italy

Population: 7,450,867 (July 2004 est.)

Ethnic groups: German 65%, French 18%, Italian 10%, Romansch 1%, other 6%

Religions: Roman Catholic 46.1%, Protestant 40%, other 5%, none 8.9% (1990)

Languages: German (official) 63.7%, French (official) 19.2%, Italian (official) 7.6%, Romansch (official) 0.6%, other 8.9%

lausanne, switzerland

Lausanne is a city in western Switzerland and is the capital of Vaud Canton, on Lake Geneva. An important rail junction and lake port, the city is the trading and commercial center of a rich, agricultural region and is also a popular resort city.

ywam lausanne, located in lausanne, switzerland

ywam Lausanne is located in "Chalet-à-Gobet", which is on the very edge of town but close to the countryside.

The woods of Sauvabelin are a beautiful backdrop to the village and hold many intriguing pathways in the forest to explore. Those who like to incorporate fitness with leisure can follow a carefully planned route marked "parcoursvita". It is environmentally pleasing as it blends into the forest and is enjoyed by both residents and visitors alike.

Immediately opposite the "Ecole Hoteliere", is the large chalet of ywam Lausanne.

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