How many districts are there in the canton of Zurich?

The canton of Zurich is divided into 12 districts, for example Zurich, Winterthur, Uster and Horgen.

Common mistakes

C: 7

7 is the number of members of the Cantonal Government, not the number of districts.

Tasks of the canton, districts, petition

Switzerland has three levels: Confederation, cantons and municipalities. The cantons have their own laws, their own government and their own administration. The Confederation, on the other hand, is responsible for the army, foreign policy, customs and monetary policy. Treaties with the European Union are also concluded by the Confederation.

Canton and municipality of Zurich · Zurich: politics

Sources

• zh.ch
• stadt-zuerich.ch

Official question of the Canton of Zurich (Gemeindeamt, May 2025). Translation and explanation: Swiss Passport.