A mountainous country located in the heart of Europe, with towering mountains and deep Alpine lakes, has been named the best place to live in the world for 2025. Just under two hours away from the UK, Switzerland was given the accolade by US News thanks to its extremely high quality of life, its good work-life balance, a robust welfare system, and the environment having clean, crisp air.
Made up of 16,000 square miles of glacier-carved Alps, lakes, and valleys, Switzerland is one of the world’s wealthiest countries and has been well-known for centuries for its neutrality. There is not a single official language in Switzerland, meaning people speak one of four languages: Swiss German, French, and Italian. Famous for its dramatic mountain scenery, including the iconic Matterhorn and the Swiss Alps, Switzerland boasts breathtaking views and numerous hiking and skiing opportunities.
Considered a safe and stable country with low crime rates, the charming country is also one of the happiest in the whole world. A sense of community and social support is often cited as a key factor in Swiss happiness.
Switzerland is synonymous with chocolates and cheese, and the creativity of Swiss chocolatiers contributes to the exceptional quality and unique flavors of these culinary delights.
Offering a plethora of stunning destinations, those visiting Switzerland are lost for choice. The Jungfrau Region is a must-see destination. Located at the foot of the Bernese Alps, the area is a paradise for skiers and hikers.
With majestic scenery, eternal snow and waterfalls the region is also home to Jungfraujoch often called the “Top of Europe”. It is a saddle in the Bernese Alps, connecting the Jungfrau and Mönch peaks.
Meanwhile, Lucerne, located in the heart of the Country, is ranked among the prettiest cities in the world. Between its sunny squares, charming, colourful buildings, and waterfront promenades, it is hard not to fall in love with this ancient town.
In its ranking as the best place to live in the world Switzerland scored an impressive 96.5 out of 100 for its quality of life and 90.3 for social purpose, according to USnews.
The publication said: “Switzerland has low unemployment, a skilled labor force and one of the highest gross domestic products per capita in the world, according to the CIA World Factbook. The country’s strong economy is powered by low corporate tax rates, a highly developed service sector led by financial services and a high-tech manufacturing industry.”
Meanwhile, Switzerland scored 85.3 for Entrepreneurship and a near-perfect score of 99.7 in the open for business category, which includes transparent government practices and not being corrupt.
However, the mountainous Central European country only scored 28.2 for power due to its small military and not having strong exports.
