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Zug

Zug is a city in central Switzerland and the capital of the canton of Zug. It lies at the northern end of Lake Zug and is framed by the Zugerberg hills. The well-preserved medieval old town features narrow streets, historic towers, and a compact urban core that reflects the town’s historical role as a market settlement.

The area has a long history as a settlement and market town and has developed into a

Cultural life centers on the old town, with markets, events, and local traditions. The region is also

As of recent years, the city’s population is around 30,000, while the canton’s population is roughly 125,000.

modern
hub
for
business
and
finance.
Its
favorable
tax
climate
and
stable
economy
have
attracted
national
and
international
companies,
contributing
to
a
strong
services
sector,
including
finance
and
technology.
Zug
is
connected
to
Switzerland’s
rail
network
with
regular
services
to
major
cities
such
as
Zurich
and
Lucerne,
and
it
offers
regional
trains
and
local
bus
services.
Lake
Zug
provides
leisure
boating
and
scenic
waterfront
views.
known
for
Zuger
Kirschtorte,
a
cherry-liqueur
cake
that
is
iconic
to
the
area.
The
surrounding
countryside
offers
opportunities
for
hiking
on
the
Zugerberg
and
enjoying
views
over
the
lake
and
surrounding
Alps.
The
official
language
is
German,
with
local
Swiss
German
dialects
widely
spoken.