Many disused shooting ranges have left behind a costly legacy: thousands of contaminated sites.
An assault rifle hanging from a tree during the 161st Rütli Shooting in November 2024.
Keystone / Philipp Schmidli
Shooting is one of Switzerland’s most deeply rooted traditions. For generations, shooting ranges have been an integral part of Swiss municipalities, almost on a par with churches and schools. Today, many disused shooting ranges have left behind a costly legacy: thousands of contaminated sites that need to be dealt with.
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July 4, 2026 - 11:00
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