Yes, you can definitely drink the water from the tap (faucet) in Switzerland. All drinking water quality in Switzerland is tightly controlled and monitored. As such, you can drink the water in any city or town in the country.
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Swiss drinking water is of high quality
Switzerland has a very high standard for drinking water quality. The guidelines are controlled by two government agencies: The FSVO (Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office) and the FOEN (Federal Office for the Environment).
The result of this is the so-called Drinking Water Ordinance which controls the quality and standards of the final drinking water. Within this document are the limits and norms that must be adhered to by local communities when supplying their citizens with water.
Where can I drink water in Switzerland?
You can drink the tap water anywhere in Switzerland. The quality of the water is tightly controlled by the government to ensure it passes very high standards.
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What is the quality of drinking water in Switzerland?
Switzerland’s water quality is one of the highest in the world. Not only are the sources (lakes, springs and groundwater protection zones) some of the best to begin with, the water is then filtered and treated where necessary to bring the drinking water up to standard.
Can you drink hotel tap water Switzerland?
Yes, you can drink hotel tap water in Switzerland. It is just like any drinking water in the country – extremely safe, clean and treated.
