Sitten Population 2026
Sitten has a population of 34,708, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇨🇭 Switzerland, located in Valais. Roughly 0.4% of Switzerland's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Zürich, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,708
Rank in Switzerland
#20
Coordinates
46.23°N, 7.36°E
~500 m elevation · Europe/Zurich
Distance to capital (Bern)
80 km
50 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Valais
| City | Population | Rank in Switzerland |
|---|---|---|
| Martigny-Ville | 18,301 | #48 |
| Monthey | 17,777 | #51 |
| Sierre | 16,790 | #57 |
Cities near Sitten
FAQ
What is the population of Sitten?
Sitten has a population of 34,708 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Switzerland.
What region is Sitten in?
Sitten is located in Valais, Switzerland.
Is Sitten the capital of Switzerland?
No, the capital of Switzerland is Bern, about 80 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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