Switzerland County, Indiana
Switzerland County is located in the southeastern corner of Indiana. Vevay, the county seat, sits along the Ohio River and looks more like a picture from an old postcard than a typical county hub.
Don’t let the name fool you—there are no Alps here, just rolling hills and scenic river views. Still, the Swiss heritage is real, thanks to ambitious settlers who believed this area would be perfect for growing grapes and making wine.
Spoiler alert: it never quite became Napa Valley, but the winemaking dream continues through the annual Swiss Wine Festival. The county’s claim to fame? It was home to the first commercial winery in the United States.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Switzerland County |
| County Seat | Vevay |
| Etymology | Named after Switzerland, reflecting the Swiss heritage of the early settlers |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Vevay, East Enterprise, Patriot, Florence, Center Square, Bennington |
| Interstates and Highways | IN-56, IN-156, IN-250 |
| FIPS Code | 18-155 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 224 square miles (Land: 220 sq mi, Water: 4 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Ohio County (North), Boone County, Kentucky (Northeast), Gallatin County, Kentucky (East), Carroll County, Kentucky (South), Jefferson County (West), Ripley County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| Population | 10,000 (estimated) |
| State | Indiana |
| Coordinates | 38.7916° N, 85.0672° W |
| Major Landmarks | Belterra Casino Resort, Switzerland County Historical Museum, Paul Ogle Riverfront Park, Switzerland County Courthouse |
