Canton of Schwyz
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Region / Subdivision
Summary
Schwyz is a central Swiss canton that serves as one of the founding members of the Swiss Confederation. The nation's name and flag are derived from the history and coat of arms of this specific region. Its landscape is defined by the Alps, Lake Lucerne, and Lake Zürich.
Statistics
Area
907.88 km²
Population
167,403