Swiss, Missouri

Swiss, Missouri

Swiss is a populated place in Gasconade County, Missouri, United States. Its elevation is convert|906|ft|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.

References

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* [http://swissmeats.com/AboutUs.htm Website: Swiss Meat & Sausage Company]
* [http://www.hermannhill.com/silver-dollar.htm Website: Hermann Hill Vineyard & Inn, Restaurant Review Page]


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