While not as widespread as in some other European countries, Switzerland does have dedicated Muslim burial sections in several cemeteries. These sections are typically established within existing public cemeteries and are designed to accommodate the specific burial requirements of Islam, such as the body being oriented towards Mecca. 

Here’s a more detailed look:

Establishment and Growth:

• The first Islamic cemetery in Switzerland was established in Petit-Saconnex, Geneva, in 1978.
• Several other cities and cantons have since followed suit, including Basel, Bern, Lugano, Zurich, Liestal, Sissach, Pratteln, Thun, Olten, La Chaux-de-Fonds, and Biel.
• Lucerne, for example, established a Muslim section in 2008.
• Some cantons and cities, like Winterthur and Bern, have also opened or plan to open special burial sections. 

Key Features:

• Orientation:Graves are typically aligned to face Mecca. 
• Simplicity:The burial areas often feature a simple design, avoiding elaborate ornamentation. 
• Integration:Some cemeteries have integrated the Muslim burial areas within the existing cemetery, while others have created separate but adjacent sections. 
• Community Involvement:The establishment of these sections is often the result of collaboration between local Muslim communities and municipal authorities. 

Challenges and Controversies:

• Local Referendums:Some proposals for Muslim cemeteries have faced opposition and required local referendums, as seen in Weinfelden. 
• Vandalism:Incidents of vandalism, such as the defacing of Muslim graves in Lausanne, have occurred, highlighting the need for ongoing dialogue and security measures. 
• Repatriation:While some Muslims choose to have their remains repatriated to their countries of origin, there is a growing trend of second-generation Muslims and others being buried in Switzerland, closer to their families. 

Overall, the establishment and acceptance of Muslim cemeteries in Switzerland reflects a gradual process of integration and adaptation, with ongoing efforts to accommodate the needs of the Muslim population while addressing concerns about religious diversity and burial practices. 

• Muslim cemeteries face generation gap – SWI swissinfo.ch24 Jul 2012 — The first Islamic cemetery was established in 1978 in Petit-Saconnex, in canton Geneva. The question of who had the rig…Swissinfo
• The Muslim Burial Grounds at Witikon Cemetery, Zurich – VogtGrün Stadt Zürich. Cemetery. Period. 2002 – 2004. 2 400 m² Switzerland. The Islamic burial culture stipulates that the dead person…Vogt
• Muslim cemeteries ‘long-term investments’ – AnthonyGanzer.com18 May 2012 — Switzerland’s tendency to allow cantons or towns to decide certain issues sometimes makes for piece-meal solutions, and…Tony Ganzer

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