Do you want to invest in gold but don't want to have to store gold bars at home? Then you can do this with a Gold ETF Switzerland-wide Very simple and convenient!
Gold ETFs can be a good investment option for you if you want to benefit from the performance of the precious metal without having to buy physical gold (coins or bars). In this article, you will learn everything you need to know about gold ETFs in Switzerland, how they work, what options are available and whether they make sense.
If you have any more questions on the topic, we look forward to an exchange in the comments!
A gold ETF (Exchange Traded Fund) is a Exchange-traded fund that tracks the price of gold. Depending on the type of ETF, the fund buys physical gold or gold derivatives and holds them as collateral. Investors can buy shares in the ETF that track the value of the gold. This offers a simple and cost-effective way to invest in gold without having to worry about storage or physical ownership.
You can easily add gold ETFs to your portfolio with your Online broker of your choice take care of. In addition to the Shares ETFs you can simply invest in precious metal ETFs there.
Firstly, an overview of some of the most popular gold ETFs in Switzerland:
| ETF Name | ISIN | Provider | TER p.a. | Fund assets* | Special features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| iShares Gold ETF (CH) | CH0104136236 | BlackRock | 0,19 % | USD 1.6 billion. | Comparison of the lowest TERs |
| UBS Gold ETF USD acc | CH0106027193 | UBS | 0,23 % | USD 5.9 billion. | Accumulating |
| Raiffeisen ETF - Solid Gold Ounces A CHF | CH0134034849 | Raiffeisen | 0,27 % | CHF 0.6 billion. | Delivery from 1 ounce |
| Swisscanto (CH) Gold ETF EA CHFformerly ZKB Gold ETF (AA CHF) | CH0139101593 | Swisscanto (ZKB) | 0,40 % | CHF 16.2 billion. | Largest fund assets Most traded on SIX** |
| Swisscanto (CH) Gold ETF EAH CHFformerly ZKB Gold ETF (AAH CHF) | CH0139101601 | Swisscanto (ZKB) | 0,40 % | CHF 16.2 billion.the same fund | Currency hedging CHF |
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The same for all five: 100 % physical gold, stored in Switzerland, no gold lending. This is stated in the providers’ fund documents.
* Total fund assets as at 30 September 2026, according to the providers’ factsheets. ** Highest trading turnover amongst gold ETFs on SIX in the first and second quarters of 2026, according to the SIX ETF Market Report.
All information is provided without guarantee. As at October 2026. ISINs link to justETF.com for further details.
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The former ZKB Gold ETF has been called since March 2025 Swisscanto (CH) Gold ETF. Swisscanto is the fund subsidiary of Zürcher Kantonalbank. Nothing has changed regarding the fund itself; the ISINs have remained the same. It is available without currency hedging (EA CHF, formerly AA CHF) and hedged in Swiss francs (EAH CHF, formerly AAH CHF).
It has been listed on the stock exchange since 2006 and is by far the largest gold ETF in our comparison. However, at 0.40 % per year, it is also the most expensive on our list.
UBS also offers gold ETFs that are fully backed by physical gold. The best-known of these is the UBS Gold ETF USD acc. It has been a reinvestment fund since May 2026.
BlackRock’s iShares Gold ETF (CH) is the lowest-cost gold ETF in our comparison, with a TER of 0.19 %. It is traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker CSGOLD and invests in physical gold, not derivatives.
Good to know: You won’t find any information about the storage location in the factsheet or the key investor information document. However, it is clearly stated in the prospectus. The gold is held in Zurich, and gold lending is not permitted. This means that, in terms of storage and security, iShares offers the same as the other Swiss gold ETFs, only at a lower cost.
When choosing a gold ETF, you should consider various factors:
For all the gold ETFs in our table, you can generally have the payment made in cash and the goods delivered. However, the specifications vary considerably, particularly with regard to the size of the bars:
A standard 12.5 kg bar is far too large for most private investors. If you realistically want to have your gold delivered at some point, Raiffeisen’s ounce bars are the most practical option. The following applies to all providers: delivery is only available within Switzerland.
Please note that restrictions are set out in the small print. In the event of measures taken by the authorities, for example during a serious crisis, delivery may be restricted or refused. You should therefore check the terms and conditions in the prospectus carefully. More on this later under ‘Risks’.
Do gold ETFs make sense?
Gold ETFs can be a A sensible addition to a broadly diversified portfolio especially in times of economic uncertainty. They offer a simple and cost-effective way to invest in gold and can be used as a Hedging against inflation and market volatility serve. However, it is important to consider the risks, such as the volatility of the gold price and the Missing earnings in the form of dividends or interest.
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Thanks to gold ETFs you can convenient and inexpensive invest in the precious metal gold. You must No worries about storage (burglars) or the high cost of physical gold (especially for small coins and bars).
The advantages of gold ETFs are therefore obvious, but there are also Disadvantagesas, for example, in absolute Crisis situations. Then probably only physical gold. However, if you are not assuming the end of the world or a gold ban, but simply want to hold gold as an addition to your broadly diversified portfolio, the following options are available to you Swiss gold ETFs with 100%iger physical backing be a suitable choice.
However, it is also important to Cost-effective purchase of your gold ETFs with a favorable broker and not with an expensive house bank. Here you can find the best Swiss online brokers for your ETF purchases!
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The iShares Gold ETF (CH) (ISIN: CH0104136236) has the lowest ongoing costs in our comparison, at 0.19 % per annum. By way of comparison: the UBS Gold ETF costs 0.23 %, the Raiffeisen ETF Solid Gold Ounces 0.27 % and the Swisscanto Gold ETF (formerly ZKB Gold ETF) 0.40 % per annum. On top of this, there are the purchase fees charged by your broker. As at October 2026.
According to the fund documents, the gold held by all the gold ETFs in our comparison is located in Switzerland: for Swisscanto (formerly ZKB) and UBS, this is stipulated in the fund contract; for iShares, the prospectus specifies a vault in Zurich; and for Raiffeisen, the gold is currently held in Switzerland. Gold lending is prohibited for all four. Important: You will often find such details not in the factsheet, but in the prospectus, which includes the fund contract. As at October 2026.
Yes. Since March 2025, the ZKB Gold ETF has been known as the Swisscanto (CH) Gold ETF. Swisscanto is the fund subsidiary of Zürcher Kantonalbank. Nothing has changed about the fund; the ISINs have remained the same: CH0139101593 (EA CHF, formerly AA CHF) and CH0139101601 (EAH CHF with currency hedging, formerly AAH CHF). With assets under management of CHF 16.2 billion (as at the end of September 2026), it is the largest gold ETF in our comparison, but at 0.40 % per annum it is also the most expensive. As at October 2026.
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And what about the iShares Gold ETF, CH0104136236? With a TER of 0.19%, it seems to be even cheaper than all the ETFs mentioned here. Does it have any disadvantages?
Hello Pinni,
Great point, you’re right! The iShares Gold ETF (CH) with ISIN CH0104136236 has the lowest costs in our comparison at 0.19 %.
We have added it to the article, including a comparison table and a separate section.
Update October 2026: We have now also gone through the prospectuses for all gold ETFs, not just the factsheets. BlackRock is much more specific in these: the iShares gold is held in a vault in Zurich, and gold lending is ruled out. In terms of storage and security, it is therefore on a par with the other Swiss gold ETFs, and it remains the cheapest. You can find all the details in the updated post above.
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Eric
Hey Eric, thanks for the gold ETF blog. Small correction: in your first table (an overview of some of the most popular gold ETFs in Switzerland) you got the wrong ISIN. Would be great if you could verify and correct it. Many thanks!
Hello Hans-Peter,
Thank you for your comment! I went through the ISINs but didn't find any errors. Am I missing something?
Hello Eric
These are the ISINs in the table at the beginning:
ZKB Gold ETF (AA CHF) - ISIN CH0047533523 -> this is in EUR, the one in CHF is CH0139101593
ZKB Gold ETF (AAH CHF) - ISIN CH0047533549 -> this is in USD, the one in CHF with hedge is CH0139101601
UBS ETF Gold (USD) A - ISIN CH0106027193 -> this is correct
Raiffeisen ETF - Solid Gold Ounces A CHF - ISIN CH0134034849 -> this is correct
iShares Physical Gold ETC - ISIN IE00B4ND3602 -> to my knowledge, this is not traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange
If I'm wrong, feel free to ignore my comment. Personally, I am invested in CH0106027193. UBS is cheaper than ZKB. That was my main argument. Best regards!
Absolutely right, thanks for the addition, Hans-Peter! I'm happy to include it in the article 🙂