What is the Swiss national anthem called?

The anthem is called «Swiss Psalm» because it sounds like a religious song (psalm). It has been the official national anthem since 1981.

Common mistakes

B: Hallelujah

«Hallelujah» is a well-known religious song, but not the Swiss anthem.

Flag, anthem and Helvetia

The Swiss flag is red with a white cross in the middle. The arms of the cross are the same length and do not touch the edge. The shape is special: the national flag is square. Only a few countries have a square flag.

Switzerland at a glance · Name, symbols and National Day

Sources

• aboutswitzerland.eda.admin.ch
• admin.ch
• nb.admin.ch

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