Facts and figures

The Canton of Zug is situated in central Switzerland in the heart of Europe. Its 11 municipalities enjoy unique scenic beauty characterised by beautiful countryside and the picturesque lakes of Zug and Aegeri. The expat community particularly appreciates Zug's central location, with countries such as Germany, Austria, Italy and France all less than three hours away.
The stable political situation, excellent public transport and its proximity to Lucerne and Zurich are also the reason why many expatriates have chosen Zug to become their new home.


 

Zug in figures

Area:   approx. 240 km²   Municipalities: (Gemeinde) Baar   21787 inhabitants,  Cham 14808 inhabitants,  Hünenberg,  8581 inhabitants Zug,  26327 inhabitants Menzingen,  4401 inhabitants Neuheim,  1939 inhabitants Oberägeri,  5451 inhabitants Unterägeri,  8068 inhabitants Risch, 9085 inhabitants Steinhausen,   9091 inhabitants Walchwil  3567 inhabitants   Population: 113'597 on 31.12.2011 (approx. 77% Swiss, 23% other nationalites) Capital: Zug / Cantonal Website www.zug.ch Topography: approx. 110 km² fields and arable land approx. 9 km² pastures and uncultivated land approx. 61 km² forests approx. 33 km² rivers, streams and lakes approx. 27 km² buildings Religion: approx. 70% Roman Catholic approx. 20% Protestant approx. 10% others or no religious beliefs Economy: approx. 67% trade and services approx. 30% industry approx. 3% agriculture

Map source
Source inhabitants: Bundesamt für Statistik, STATPOP