A driver was only found by luck after he crashed his car down a 10-meter slope near Sternenberg in canton Zurich.
Police say it's unclear why the 36 year old left the road.
A local resident spotted the car lights in the forest and went to investigate. He found the driver, administered first aid and called the emergency services.
An investigation is underway.
Divonne child care worker charged with child rape
The cross-border town of Divonne-les-Bains is reeling after a 20-year-old daycare worker was charged with raping a four-year-old girl in his care.
Car tax error could cost Geneva millions
The fallout from recent Administrative Court rulings on Geneva's vehicle tax system could have major financial consequences for the canton.
G7 border controls worked
Geneva's State Council says security measures put in place during the G7 summit were effective in preventing violence and damage.
Could be harder to avoid the army
Swiss men could soon lose the choice between military service and the civilian alternative.
Heat hits Geneva buses
Geneva's heatwave is causing disruption on the public transport network.
Geneva not to host wrestling tournament
Geneva has formally pulled out of the running to host the 2031 Federal Wrestling Festival, despite cantonal backing.
