Switzerland Ice Cream Market 2025

Switzerland’s ice cream market is poised for sustained growth in both value and volume terms, driven by rising temperatures and evolving consumer preferences. Warmer summers are expected to bolster seasonal demand, but manufacturers are actively working to mitigate weather dependency through product innovation and retail expansion. By deepening retail penetration and enhancing product visibility, players aim to drive impulse purchases, making ice cream a year-round indulgence rather than a seasonal treat. This strategy is set to play a critical role in sustaining market momentum beyond the peak summer months.

Plant-based ice cream is emerging as a strong growth segment, fueled by rising consumer interest in health-conscious and environmentally sustainable choices. While still in its early stages, the category presents ample opportunities for innovation, particularly in flavors, textures, and packaging formats. Single-portion plant-based ice cream, currently a rarity in the Swiss market, is a format with notable potential for expansion. Distribution remains a key area for development, as plant-based offerings are not yet widely available across all retail channels. With the broader health and wellness movement gaining traction and sustainability concerns influencing purchasing behavior, manufacturers are expected to accelerate new product launches in this space.

Beyond the plant-based trend, Swiss consumers are increasingly seeking healthier ice cream alternatives. The demand for lower-fat and reduced-sugar options is set to rise as health-conscious consumers scrutinize their dietary intake. In response, brands are expanding their assortments to include formulations with natural ingredients and functional health benefits. As the market continues to evolve, investment in better-for-you ice cream variants is expected to intensify, reinforcing Switzerland’s position as a dynamic and innovation-driven ice cream market.

This report provides a strategic analysis of the Switzerland ice cream market, examining historical trends from 2020 to 2024 and forecasting developments through 2030. It assesses market size, growth trajectories, and key drivers of change, offering a comprehensive view of the industry’s future. By dissecting the market into type, product type, ingredient and distribution channel, the report identifies high-potential opportunities and actionable strategies for market players to thrive in a competitive landscape.

Market Segmentation

The Switzerland ice cream market is categorized into the following segments:
Type: dairy ice cream, water ice cream, others
Product type: frozen yoghurt, impulse ice creams, plant-based ice creams, take-home ice creams
Ingredient: fats and oils, milk, sweeteners, others
Distribution channel: convenience stores, forecourt, supermarkets and hypermarkets, discounters, grocery stores, foodservice channels, e-commerce, others

The Switzerland ice cream market is categorized by type, product type, ingredient and distribution channel. By type, the market includes dairy ice cream, water ice cream, and others. Product type segmentation includes frozen yoghurt, impulse ice creams, plant-based ice creams, and take-home ice creams. Ingredient segments encompass fats and oils, milk, sweeteners, and others. Distribution channel segmentation includes convenience stores, forecourt, supermarkets and hypermarkets, discounters, grocery stores, foodservice channels, e-commerce, and others.

Competitive Landscape

Key players in the Switzerland ice cream market include Unilever PLC, Nestle S.A., General Mills Inc. and Emmi AG. This comprehensive report analyzes the performance of leading companies in the ice cream sector from 2020 to 2024. The findings highlight shifts in market share, revealing both established market leaders and emerging competitors.

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Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Key Findings
Market Segmentation
Market Overview
Switzerland Ice Cream Market – Type Analysis
Switzerland Ice Cream Market – Product Type Analysis
Switzerland Ice Cream Market – Ingredient Analysis
Switzerland Ice Cream Market – Distribution Channel Analysis
Company Shares Analysis
Unilever PLC
Nestle S.A.
General Mills, Inc.
Emmi AG
Macroeconomic Data and Forecast
Research Methodology
Disclaimer

FIGURES AND TABLES
Table Switzerland Ice Cream Market 2020-2030
Chart Switzerland Ice Cream Market, Net Growth, 2020-2030
Chart Switzerland Ice Cream Market, Growth Rates, 2020-2030
Table Switzerland Ice Cream Market by Type, 2020-2030
Chart Switzerland Ice Cream Market by Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Switzerland Ice Cream Market by Type, 2020-2030
Table Switzerland Ice Cream Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Chart Switzerland Ice Cream Market by Product Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Switzerland Ice Cream Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Table Switzerland Ice Cream Market by Ingredient, 2020-2030
Chart Switzerland Ice Cream Market by Ingredient, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Switzerland Ice Cream Market by Ingredient, 2020-2030
Table Switzerland Ice Cream Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Chart Switzerland Ice Cream Market by Distribution Channel, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Switzerland Ice Cream Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Table Switzerland Ice Cream Market Share (%), by Companies, 2020-2024
Chart Switzerland Ice Cream Market, by Companies, 2024
Table Switzerland Ice Cream Market Share (%), by Brands, 2020-2024
Chart Switzerland Ice Cream Market, by Brands, 2024
Table Switzerland – Population (Millions) and Forecast
Table Switzerland – Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Forecast
Table Switzerland – Gross Domestic Product and Forecast
Table Switzerland Ice Cream Market: Spend as a Proportion of GDP (%)
Table Switzerland Ice Cream Market: Consumption per Capita (Population)

Companies Mentioned

Unilever PLC
Nestle S.A.
General Mills, Inc.
Emmi AG