A grotesque Swiss character with a bunker torso and tiny head, clutching radioactive fondue and surrounded by cuckoo clocks in a mushroom cloud-laden Swiss Alps scene.

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Switzerland Leads World with Most Nuclear Bunkers Per Capita

Published August 9, 2026

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Switzerland is the world's leader in nuclear bunkers, boasting over 370,000. Originally built during the Cold War, these shelters now house migrants.

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Switzerland has retained and expanded its extensive network of nuclear bomb shelters since the Cold War. With over 370,000 bunkers, the nation leads the world in bunker density. Initially created for protection during global tensions, some shelters are now repurposed to accommodate migrants, showcasing the country's unique take on neutrality.

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