Listeriosis, caused by Listeria monocytogenes (Lm), is a severe foodborne illness predominantly affecting high-risk groups,
and has a high case fatality rate. Switzerland has experienced several outbreaks, but a national overview of implicated
foods is lacking. We reviewed foodborne listeriosis in Switzerland, investigating Lm presence in food and foods linked
to outbreaks. Epidemiological data, data on official sampling, reporting and outbreaks were collected from government
agencies and the literature. Between 2015 and 2024, on average 53 listeriosis cases were reported annually (incidence
0.61/100,000), with highest incidences in adults over 65 years old and children under one year old. Official sampling
found Lm most commonly in meat and meat products (38% of positive samples), ready-to-eat foods (22%) and fish and
fish products (7.9%). Among cantons with available data (13 out of 26 cantons), common serogroups and serotypes were
serogroup IIa (serotypes 1/2a or 3a; 31%), serotype 1/2a (20%), serogroup IVb (serotypes 4b, 4d, 4e; 19%) and serotype
4b (14%). There were 25 recalls and 36 public warnings due to Lm. Eleven listeriosis outbreaks with a confirmed link
to food were identified in Switzerland since 1983, with case fatality reaching 29%, involving both ready-to-eat and nonready-
to-eat foods of animal and plant origin. Non-ready-to-eat foods were likely associated with outbreaks through cross
contamination. National legislation should be expanded to address cross-contamination risks posed by non-ready-to-eat
products. A new genomic national information system is planned, which will enhance outbreak investigation, improving
timely prevention and control of listeriosis.