Switzerland in the Eurovision Song Contest 1979


Switzerland participated in the Eurovision Song Contest 1979 in Israel,. Peter, Sue and Marc & Pfuri Gorps & Kniri represented Switzerland with the song "Trödler und Co". They finished on 10th place with 60 points.

Before Eurovision

Concours Eurovision 1979

The final took place on 27 January 1979 and was held at the studios of DRS in Genève, hosted by Christian Heeb. The winner was chosen by 3 regional juries, a press jury, and a jury of experts.

At Eurovision

Switzerland performed 8th in the night, following Greece and preceding Germany. Group scored 60 points placing Switzerland 10th out of 19 entries. Swiss jury gave its 12 points to runner up Spain.
The Swiss conductor at the contest was Rolf Zuckowski.

Points awarded by Switzerland[Eurovision [Song Contest 1979]]

12 points
10 points
8 points
7 points
6 points
5 points
4 points
3 points
2 points
1 point

Points awarded to Switzerland