1848 Swiss federal election

Federal elections were held in Switzerland between 1 and 27 October 1848.

The Radical Left emerged as the largest group, winning 79 of the 111 seats in the National Council.

[1] The 111 members of the National Council were elected from 52 single- and multi-member constituencies.

In six cantons (Appenzell Innerrhoden, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Glarus, Nidwalden, Obwalden and Uri), National Council members were elected by the Landsgemeinde.