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What’s the longest glacier of Switzerland, situated at the canton of Valais?

A real Swiss naturalisation exam question. Answer from memory, then check.

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The correct answer

  • Aletsch Glacier

Why

The Aletsch Glacier is the longest glacier in Switzerland, located in the canton of Valais. It extends approximately 23 kilometres through the Alpine landscape. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a major natural landmark and popular visitor destination.

  • Gorner Glacier
  • Aletsch Glacier
  • Fiesch Glacier
  • Trient Glacier

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