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Magnesium-rich mineral water in Switzerland: Top 10 compared
Among the mineral waters available in Switzerland in the h2oMatch database, these have the highest magnesium values.
Several mineral waters available in Switzerland are rich in magnesium, with values verified from official labels.
Mineral waters with the most magnesium in Switzerland — Top 10 by magnesium content
The ten mineral waters available in Switzerland with the highest magnesium values in the h2oMatch database, based on official label data.
| Water | Magnesium (mg/L) | Calcium (mg/L) | Dry residue (mg/L) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eptinger | 107 | 475 | 2222 |
| Badoit | 80 | 153 | 1100 |
| Contrex | 72.2 | 479 | 2073 |
| Aproz | 70 | 360 | 1628 |
| Cristallo | 70 | 244 | 1254 |
| Valser Prickelnd | 54.5 | 435 | 1889 |
| San Pellegrino | 49.6 | 174 | 862 |
| Rhäzünser | 48.7 | 223 | 1830 |
| Vittel | 42 | 240 | 1084 |
| SwissMountain | 40 | 259 | 1122 |
Eptinger leads with 107 mg/L, well ahead of Badoit at 80 mg/L, and combines it with very low sodium (3.2 mg/L). Badoit and Rhäzünser, by contrast, contain 180 and 160 mg/L sodium.
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This ranking lists the ten waters with the highest magnesium available on the Swiss market and recorded in the h2oMatch database.
The first six waters clear the 50-mg/L threshold for "containing magnesium" — led by Eptinger at 107 mg/L.
Mind the variant: Valser Prickelnd (54.5 mg/L magnesium) and Valser Still (1.5 mg/L) come from different springs. The label of the specific variant is always the source of truth.
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FAQ
Which mineral water has the highest magnesium content in Switzerland?
Eptinger leads with 107 mg/L, ahead of Badoit (80 mg/L) and Contrex (72.2 mg/L). Values come from the official labels; the top 10 is in the table above.
When may a water carry the indication 'contains magnesium'?
Above 50 mg/L: the first six waters in the Swiss ranking clear that threshold.
How much magnesium can mineral water contribute to daily needs?
One litre of Eptinger delivers 107 mg, roughly a third of the adult reference value of around 300 to 350 mg per day (EFSA). It complements a balanced diet with no calories.
Is there a magnesium-rich water that is also low in sodium?
Yes, and it is the same market leader: Eptinger pairs 107 mg/L of magnesium with just 3.2 mg/L of sodium, keeping it far below the 20 mg/L criterion for low-sodium diets.
What does magnesium-rich mineral water taste like?
Higher magnesium levels bring a fine bitter note and a more robust character. For a milder profile, look to the lower half of the table.
All values are based on official mineral water labels and the h2oMatch database.