Jonas Lauwiner

Jonas Lauwiner, born on September 15, 1994, in Unterseen, Switzerland, has gained notoriety as the self-proclaimed 'King of Switzerland.' He has acquired around 110,000 square meters of land across the country, including residential properties and public roads, sparking conflicts with local residents. Lauwiner's fascination with law and real estate began in 2014, leading him to discover and claim unowned properties through a legal process known as Dereliktion. His quirky persona, complete with military-themed visuals and a website for his 'Lauwiner Empire,' has drawn comparisons to other self-styled monarchs, though he insists he operates within the law and pays taxes. In addition to his real estate ventures, Lauwiner serves on the city council in Burgdorf, where he expresses a more pragmatic political stance.