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Quality of life in Bremgarten bei Bern (Bern) — scores, review and neighborhoods

7.1/ 10
Top 3% in Switzerland#2 in the cantonExceptional
Population
4,060
Commune type
Village

Living in Bremgarten bei Bern, a commune of 4060 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 7.1/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Education & Culture (10/10) and Healthcare (9.9/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.0
Air Quality
6.0
Public Transport
5.1
Education & Culture
10.0
Nightlife & Dining
8.2
Nature & Green Spaces
7.7
Healthcare
9.9
Taxation
1.8
Annual Sunshine
6.2
Cantonal average

Bremgarten bei Bern's national strengths

#1 in Switzerland · Education & Culture ↗Top 50 · Healthcare ↗
Per our methodology ↗

Recommended Profiles

Family
ExceptionalTop 1% in Switzerland
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Retirement
ExcellentTop 5% in Switzerland
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Young Professional
ExcellentTop 5% in Switzerland
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Nature
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
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For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Bremgarten bei Bern achieves a compatibility score of 7.4/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Young Professional profile (6.5/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Bremgarten bei Bern excels in Education & Culture (10/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Healthcare (9.9/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Noise (9/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (1.8/10) — a higher tax burden than average.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek BremgartenLibrary
Oberstufe Bremgarten bei BernSchool
Unterstufe Bremgarten bei BernSchool

Public Transport

Bremgarten ZentrumBus Stop
KunowegBus Stop
Bremgarten BE, KalchackerBus Stop
Bremgarten BE, FriedhagwegBus Stop
Bremgarten BE, ChutzeBus Stop
Bremgarten SchlossBus Stop
Bremgarten BE, LändliBus Stop
Bremgarten BE, OeschenwegBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Dr. med. Gabriela ImoberdorfDoctor
Zahnarztpraxis Bremgarten bei BernDoctor
Dr. MischlerDoctor
Michael ReberDoctor

Guides to read for this area

Four guides by lifestyle profile and three analyses of this area's strongest criteria.

By lifestyle profile

Family
Where to Live in Bern as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Bern as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Bern in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Bern Close to Nature

Frequently asked questions about Bremgarten bei Bern

What's it like to live in Bremgarten bei Bern? Resident impressions and quality of life
Bremgarten bei Bern impresses with a noise score of 9, making it exceptionally quiet for a commune near the capital. The natural environment thrives here, with a nature score of 7.7 and solid air quality at 6.1, offering genuine appeal to those seeking calm surroundings. Healthcare services score strongly at 8.4, supporting resident wellbeing. By contrast, transport connectivity registers at 3.6 and fiscal conditions at 1.8, reflecting the trade-offs of rural proximity to Bern's agglomeration. Dining and cultural amenities are modest at 4.5. Nestled between Zollikofen, Kirchlindach, and Ittigen, this small commune of around 4,060 residents suits nature lovers and retirees most, though those prioritizing public transport accessibility may find limitations.
How sunny and clean is the air in Bremgarten bei Bern?
Bremgarten bei Bern stands out for its notably low noise pollution, with a sound environment score of 9. Air quality reaches 6.1, offering moderate freshness typical of the Bern agglomeration area. Sunshine exposure scores 6.2, providing reasonable daylight throughout the year. The commune's strongest dimensions emerge in nature access and healthcare, both scoring above 7.5, reflecting its semi-rural character among neighbors like Zollikofen, Kirchlindach, and Ittigen. By contrast, transport connectivity remains limited at 3.6. This profile suits families and nature lovers seeking quieter surroundings with decent outdoor recreation, though those prioritizing urban accessibility may find the commute challenging.
How well-connected is Bremgarten bei Bern? Transport, schools, dining
Bremgarten bei Bern stands out with exceptional quiet at 9.0, making it a remarkably peaceful community. As a small commune, its strengths center on education and nature, scoring 7.5 and 7.7 respectively—supporting families seeking quality schooling alongside green surroundings. By contrast, transport connectivity scores 3.6, reflecting limited public transit options typical of villages near Bern. Dining options remain modest at 4.5. The commune sits among Zollikofen, Kirchlindach, and Ittigen, all part of the Bern agglomeration. Bremgarten bei Bern suits families and nature lovers prioritizing tranquility and educational resources over urban accessibility.
What are the neighboring communes of Bremgarten bei Bern and how big is it?
Bremgarten bei Bern is a small commune with 4,060 inhabitants located in the Bern agglomeration. Its neighbors are Zollikofen, Kirchlindach, and Ittigen. The commune excels in noise management, scoring 9 out of 10, alongside solid health services at 8.4. Nature access is notably strong at 7.7, supporting outdoor recreation. By contrast, tax competitiveness lags at 1.8, and public transport connectivity remains limited at 3.6. The compact size and green surroundings make this commune particularly suited for families and nature lovers seeking a quieter residential setting near urban conveniences.
Is Bremgarten bei Bern a tax-friendly municipality?
Bremgarten bei Bern scores notably low on tax friendliness, with a fiscal score of 1.8 out of 10, indicating it is not a tax-advantaged municipality. This weakness stands in sharp contrast to its stronger environmental and health dimensions. The commune excels in noise management at 9 and health services at 8.4, reflecting good living conditions in these areas. Meanwhile, nature access scores well at 7.7. For those prioritizing affordability and low tax burdens, neighboring communes like Zollikofen, Kirchlindach, or Ittigen may offer better alternatives. Bremgarten bei Bern suits families and nature lovers seeking a quiet, healthy environment rather than those seeking fiscal advantages.

Neighboring communes of Bremgarten bei Bern

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 21 %20–64 years 54.2 %65 and over 24.8 %
Density
2,300 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+4.2 %
Vacant housing
0.3 %
New dwellings
0.0 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
1.4 %
Tertiary employment
94.7 %

Land use

Built-up area 45.7 %Agricultural land 32.4 %Forest 16.5 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
46.9781, 7.4384
BFS Number
353
Last updated
29 June 2026

Data: FSO, geo.admin.ch, OSM — Scores normalised 0-10

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