1 mission of Eritrea in Switzerland: Consulate of Eritrea in Zurich, Switzerland. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Anton Locher, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Eritrea offers a distinctive experience for travelers seeking authenticity and historical richness rather than luxury. Located on Africa's northeastern coast, it has a modest yet promising tourism sector. Given that 6.1 million Swiss citizens travel abroad annually, Eritrea could attract a segment of these visitors looking for unique adventures.
Eritrea presents a different safety landscape compared to Switzerland for tourists. While Switzerland ranks 7th in safety among European countries, Eritrea is ranked 134th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, indicating a higher level of risk. Crime statistics highlight significant differences: Switzerland has a very low murder rate of 0.5 per 100,000 people, whereas data for Eritrea is unavailable. In terms of organized crime, Switzerland scores well with lower indices (e.g., mafia groups at 4.5), while Eritrea has higher scores indicating more severe issues (e.g., state crime at 9.5). Overall, tourists from Switzerland should exercise caution when considering travel to Eritrea, as the safety environment is notably less secure.