Swiss, Missouri
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Swiss is a populated place in Gasconade County, Missouri, United States. Its elevation is 906 feet (276 m).
Swiss is little more than a "wide spot" on Missouri Highway 19. Swiss is located roughly 12 miles south of Hermann, Missouri. Hermann is a regional tourist attraction and supplies many of Swiss' visitors.
The leading employer in Swiss, Missouri is Swiss Meat & Sausage Co. Founded in 1969, the company claims to employ about one dozen full-time workers and eight part-time workers. Swiss Meats has won many awards for its sausages and has been featured on The Food Network. Swiss also operates a robust catalog and mail-order business.
The only other public destination in Swiss is the Silver Dollar Restaurant & Lounge.
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- USGS GNIS: Swiss
- Website: Swiss Meat & Sausage Company
- Website: Hermann Hill Vineyard & Inn, Restaurant Review Page