Swiss Franc to Euro (CHF/EUR) Exchange Rate Today
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CHF to EUR Conversion Table
Common amounts converted from Swiss Franc to Euro at today's rate.
| Swiss Franc (CHF) | Euro (EUR) |
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| 1 CHF | — |
| 5 CHF | — |
| 10 CHF | — |
| 25 CHF | — |
| 50 CHF | — |
| 100 CHF | — |
| 250 CHF | — |
| 500 CHF | — |
| 1,000 CHF | — |
| 5,000 CHF | — |
| 10,000 CHF | — |
| 50,000 CHF | — |
How much Euro will you actually receive?
Estimated cost to convert CHF 1,000 to EUR with different transfer services. Fees are sourced from published pricing pages and may vary by amount, payment method, and destination.
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Why people convert Swiss Franc to Euro
CHF/EUR is one of the most traded currency pairs in the world. People convert between Swiss Franc and Euro for international trade, cross-border investment, tourism, and hedging. Because of its deep liquidity, spreads are tight and most providers offer competitive rates on this pair.
CHF/EUR rate statistics
Is today's CHF/EUR rate good or bad?
We compare today's live Swiss Franc to Euro mid-market rate against its 30-day and 52-week trading range. When the rate is near the top of its recent range, CHF holders get more Euro per unit - a better time to convert. When it is near the bottom, you may want to watch and wait.
EUR/CHF is a barometer of European stress - the franc strengthens (and this rate falls) when eurozone political or economic risks rise. The SNB's 2015 removal of the 1.20 floor caused one of the largest single-day moves in forex history.
The live analysis below updates throughout market hours and shows exactly where today's rate sits in context.
What is the CHF/EUR exchange rate?
The CHF/EUR rate tracks how many Euro one Swiss Franc buys. This pair is a gauge of eurozone stress. When political or economic uncertainty rises in Europe, money flows into the Swiss franc, pushing EUR/CHF lower.
CHF is issued by the Swiss National Bank (SNB) (ranked 6th globally - meaning it's the 6th most bought and sold currency in the world). EUR is issued by the European Central Bank (ECB) (ranked 2nd). Full CHF profile | Full EUR profile
What drives this rate? ECB and Swiss National Bank policy divergence. EUR/CHF is sensitive to eurozone political risk - the franc strengthens as a safe haven when euro-area uncertainty rises.
Is today's CHF/EUR rate good or bad?
The Swiss Franc to Euro mid-market rate shown above is the reference price before any provider adds fees or markup. It is not a guaranteed quote - your bank, card issuer, or transfer service will offer a different rate that includes their margin.
On a typical conversion, banks add 1-2% to this rate. The gap between the mid-market rate and what you actually receive is the real cost of converting - often larger than any flat fee. CHF/EUR is one of the most liquid pairs in forex, so bank spreads are relatively tight. Even so, that margin adds up on larger amounts.
Converting Swiss Franc to Euro? Read this first
Converting to Swiss Francs? CHF tends to strengthen during market stress, so if you are buying CHF as a safe-haven move, you may find rates have already shifted by the time uncertainty hits the news. For planned expenses in Switzerland, converting when markets are calm typically gets you a better rate.
Watch out: The CHF/EUR rate moves 24 hours a day on weekdays. If you are converting a meaningful amount, compare providers using the mid-market rate on this page as your benchmark.
Did you know?
- The Swiss franc is legal tender in the Italian exclave of Campione d'Italia and the German exclave of Busingen am Hochrhein.
- The Euro is used by over 340 million people across 20 EU member states, making it the second most held reserve currency after the USD.
Frequently asked questions
Is now a good time to convert CHF to EUR?
Check the rate context panel above - it shows where today's CHF/EUR rate sits relative to its 30-day and 52-week range. If the rate is near the top of its range, CHF holders are getting more Euro per unit than usual. If it is near the bottom, you may benefit from waiting or splitting your conversion across several days. There is no way to reliably predict currency movements, but understanding where the rate sits in its recent range helps you make a more informed decision.
What moves the CHF/EUR exchange rate?
ECB and Swiss National Bank policy divergence. EUR/CHF is sensitive to eurozone political risk - the franc strengthens as a safe haven when euro-area uncertainty rises.
Is it better to use a card or withdraw cash for Euro?
For most travelers, a card with no foreign transaction fee is the simplest and cheapest option - provided you always choose to pay in Euro (the local currency) rather than Swiss Franc. Choosing your home currency triggers Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC), which typically adds 3-5% on top. If you need cash, withdraw from ATMs in-country rather than exchanging at airports.
Learn more
- ECB Reference Rates - Official daily EUR/CHF reference rate
- SNB - Interest and Exchange Rates - Swiss National Bank rate data
How this rate is calculated
We prefer a direct rate from our primary data source when one is available. If a direct quote is unavailable, we compute a cross-rate through a major intermediary currency (usually USD or EUR). When a rate is derived rather than directly quoted, we label it on the page. Full methodology.