Swiss Passport

Question 135 of 350 · School and everyday life

What does the number 117 stand for in Switzerland?

Für was steht in der Schweiz die Nummer 117?

Correct answer: A

  1. Afor the police emergency numberfür den Polizeinotruf
  2. Bfor directory enquiriesfür die Auskunft
  3. Cfor the waste disposal centrefür die Abfallentsorgungsstelle
  4. Dfor the breakdown servicefür den Pannendienst

Why

117 is the police emergency number.

Common mistakes

B: for directory enquiries
Directory enquiries does not have a three-digit emergency number. 117 is the police.
D: for the breakdown service
Breakdown services have their own numbers. 117 is only for police emergencies.

Topic

Emergency numbers and sirens

In an emergency, you must quickly dial the right number. 117 is the police emergency number. 118 is the fire service. 144 is the ambulance service, in other words emergency medical services with an ambulance. The European emergency number 112 also works. Rega, the helicopter rescue service, can be reached on 1414. Emergency numbers are free of charge.

Living in Switzerland · School and everyday life

Sources

Official question of the Canton of Zurich (Gemeindeamt, May 2025). Translation and explanation: Swiss Passport.