Hey everyone! In this video, I’m going over some of the weirdest and most surprising laws in Switzerland. From rules about recycling to quiet hours, Switzerland has some unique regulations that might surprise you as a tourist or if you’re planning to move here. I’ll break down some of the strangest ones and share how they affect daily life. Whether you’re visiting or settling down, it’s good to know what to expect!

Here are some strange and unique laws in Switzerland:

1. No loud noise after 10 PM: It’s illegal to make excessive noise, such as playing loud music, mowing your lawn, or even flushing the toilet in some buildings, after 10 PM.
2. Quiet Sundays: Sundays are considered rest days in Switzerland. Activities like doing laundry, vacuuming, or any noisy chores are often frowned upon or even restricted by some rental agreements.
3. Recycling is mandatory: You are required by law to recycle, and failing to do so can result in fines. Trash bags are often taxed, encouraging people to sort their waste properly.
4. No washing your car on Sundays: In many areas, washing your car on Sundays is prohibited to maintain the peace and quiet of the day.
5. No nude hiking: After a few incidents of nude hikers in the Swiss Alps, certain cantons implemented laws banning the practice.
6. Flushing the toilet at night: In some apartment buildings, flushing the toilet after 10 PM can be prohibited due to noise restrictions.
7. Owning guinea pigs: It’s illegal to own just one guinea pig in Switzerland. These animals are considered social creatures, and keeping them alone is seen as animal cruelty.
8. Mandatory military service: Swiss men are required to undergo military service, and those who choose not to serve must pay a tax as a substitute.
9. No photographing military buildings: It’s illegal to take pictures of military installations and some government buildings.
10. Window shutters at night: In some parts of Switzerland, it’s customary and sometimes even enforced to close window shutters at night for aesthetic and security reasons.

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