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Swiss TV: Channels, Broadcasters, and Antennas

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In this article, discover the main national and regional TV channels available in Switzerland and use interactive maps to view the coverage of local TV stations and the location of broadcasting antennas.


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List of National TV Channels in Switzerland

Below is a list of the main national TV channels available in Switzerland, categorized by language:


  • German-language TV channels:

    • SRF 1

    • SRF zwei

    • SER info

    • 3+

    • 4+

    • 5+

    • 6+

    • Tv24

    • Tv25

    • S1

    • Plus Acht

    • Swiss1

    • Schweiz 5

    • Blue Zoom D

    • Blue Sport*

    • MySports*

    • Sky Schweiz*

  • French-language TV channels:

    • RTS Un

    • RTS Deux

    • Rouge

    • One TV

    • TVM3

    • Blue Sport*

    • MySports*

  • Italian-language TV channels:

    • RSI La 1

    • RSI La 2


Note: Channels marked with an asterisk (*) are paid channels.

Additionally, viewers in Switzerland can receive several foreign channels in German, French, Italian, and English.


List of Local and Regional TV Channels in Switzerland

Besides national TV channels, Switzerland has various regional broadcasters that serve local audiences.

Below is a table listing local and regional TV stations, their broadcast language, and their reach among the target population.

Local / Regional TV

Language

Reach

Canal 9

French

8,51%

Canal Alpha

French

10,14%

Léman Bleu

French

6,44%

TV Südostschweiz

German

5,74%

Tele 1

German

6,03%

TeleBielingue

French

5,64%

TeleBärn

German

7,57%

Tele M1

German

8,73%

Tele Ticino

Italian

15,71%

La Télé

French

3,89%

Data Source: Mediapulse (2015).


If you’re wondering whether you can access one of the above local or regional TV channels, continue reading and use the map below to check if the TV signal reaches your area.


Local/Regional TV Signal Coverage Map


This map shows the coverage areas of private regional and local TV stations that hold a public service mandate under Article 38 or Article 43 of the Federal Radio and Television Act (LRTV).


Broadcasting Antenna Map in Switzerland


The map above shows the locations of TV broadcasting stations, displaying specific details such as:

  • Broadcaster code

  • Name

  • Effective Radiated Power (ERP) measured in kW

Additionally, you can click on the provided links to get more information, view broadcast frequencies, and check the TV programs associated with each transmitter.


Ready to Get a New TV Subscription?

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Useful Resources

If you want to explore this topic further, we have prepared some useful guides available in the following list:


Alternatively, browse related posts in our Magazine or explore other interactive maps to learn about all the internet, phone, and TV services in your area.


Source: The map on this page was created by the Federal Office of Communications (OFCOM). The original dataset and terms of use can be found at this link on the opendata.swiss website.



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