Transalpine and cross-border passenger transport (A+GQPV)
The transalpine and cross-border transport (A+GQPV) survey is used to record passenger traffic flows beyond the Swiss borders and Alps by road and rail. This takes place every 5 years. Around 100 000 persons are interviewed on a voluntary basis, with interviews taking place directly at border and Alpine crossings. Over the year, interviews are carried out over 6 to 18 days per crossing. The survey days are chosen at random.
The following information is recorded during interviews:
- Where those travelling are coming from (origin), where they are going to (destination) and why they are travelling (journey purpose)?
- What vehicles (type of vehicle, fuel) are used in road traffic and in which country are they registered?
- Which class (1st/2nd) and transport function (regional/long-distance transport) are used in rail transport?
The recorded data can be used to calculate the transport performance in Switzerland of persons with a residence abroad. The transalpine and cross-border transport survey thus complements the Mobility and transport microcensus (MTMC) and the Public transport statistics (TP).
Further information can be found on the website of the Federal Statistical Office (FSO) at: Alpine and cross-border passenger traffic (A+GQPV)