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What’s the deepest lake in Switzerland, with 372 meters?

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

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The correct answer

  • Lake Maggiore

Why

Lake Maggiore, at 372 meters maximum depth, is Switzerland's deepest lake. Located on the Swiss-Italian border in Ticino Canton, it is a lake of major regional importance. Its exceptional depth results from glacial formation in the southern Alps.

  • Lake Léman
  • Lake of Wallenstadt
  • Lake of Constance
  • Lake Maggiore

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