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7 fact-checked facts about the Swiss canton and town of Zug, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.

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The basics

What does the German word 'Zug' mean in everyday English?

AnswerTrain

In German, 'Zug' is the everyday word for a train.

What currency is used in Zug?

AnswerSwiss franc

Switzerland, including Zug, uses the Swiss franc.

Going deeper

Zug's cluster of blockchain companies earned the region what nickname?

AnswerCrypto Valley

The concentration of blockchain firms around Zug led to the 'Crypto Valley' nickname.

Which layered cherry cake is a famous specialty of Zug?

AnswerZuger Kirschtorte

The Zuger Kirschtorte is the town's signature cake.

Which mountain rises between Lake Zug and Lake Lucerne?

AnswerRigi

The Rigi massif stands between Lake Zug and Lake Lucerne.

Expert level

In what year did Zug join the Swiss Confederation?

Answer1352

Zug joined the Confederation in 1352.

Which 1315 battle took place near Lake Ägeri in the canton of Zug?

AnswerBattle of Morgarten

At Morgarten in 1315 the Swiss confederates defeated a Habsburg army.

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