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

5.6/ 10
Good
Population
1,153
Commune type
Village

Living in Burgistein, a commune of 1153 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 5.6/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (9.8/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.4/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.8
Air Quality
6.4
Public Transport
0.8
Education & Culture
5.5
Nightlife & Dining
5.0
Nature & Green Spaces
9.4
Healthcare
7.2
Taxation
0.8
Annual Sunshine
5.9
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Nature
Good
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Retirement
Good
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Family
Good
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Young Professional
Fair
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Burgistein achieves a compatibility score of 7.1/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4.5/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Burgistein excels in Noise (9.8/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (9.4/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Healthcare (7.2/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (0.8/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Public Transport (0.8/10) — limited public transport connections.

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Key Infrastructure

Public Transport

BurgisteinTrain Station
BadersmaadBus Stop
Burgistein, BadersmaadBus Stop
HohlenwegenBus Stop
ElbschenBus Stop
Burgistein, BahnhofBus Stop

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 Thun as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Thun as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Thun in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Thun Close to Nature
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Considering buying property in Burgistein or moving to Canton Bern? Our interactive map lets you explore quality of life at the neighborhood level and compare with nearby communes.

Frequently asked questions about Burgistein

What's it like to live in Burgistein? Resident impressions and quality of life
Burgistein stands out with exceptional noise levels, scoring 9.8, creating a peaceful living environment in the Thun agglomeration. The commune also excels in nature access with a score of 9.4, offering residents abundant outdoor spaces. Air quality is solid at 7.4, supporting good environmental conditions. However, public transport connectivity is limited at 0.4, making personal vehicles essential for mobility. Education facilities score modestly at 2.6, and dining options are sparse at 1.9. Healthcare services provide reasonable access at 6.6. The tax burden is favorable at 0.8, though sunshine exposure is moderate at 5.9. Bordered by Thurnen, Seftigen, and Wattenwil, this rural setting appeals to those prioritizing tranquility and natural surroundings over urban conveniences. Explore the detailed map to discover what matters most for your lifestyle.
How sunny and clean is the air in Burgistein?
Burgistein excels in noise control with a remarkable 9.8 score, reflecting a particularly quiet environment. Air quality is respectable at 7.4, supporting a healthy living atmosphere. However, sunshine levels are moderate at 5.9, meaning residents experience less consistent daylight than some neighboring areas. The commune's natural surroundings score strongly at 9.4, yet transportation infrastructure lags significantly at 0.4. This small community of 1,153 inhabitants near Thun thus offers clean air and exceptional tranquility despite modest solar exposure. Explore the detailed environmental metrics on the map to compare these factors with neighboring Thurnen, Seftigen, and Wattenwil.
How well-connected is Burgistein? Transport, schools, dining
Burgistein excels with exceptional quiet conditions at 9.8, yet faces significant challenges with transport connectivity at just 0.4. The commune offers limited dining options, scoring 1.9, though it maintains reasonable healthcare access at 6.6. Education services remain modest with a score of 2.6. Air quality is solid at 7.4, and residents benefit from abundant natural surroundings at 9.4. Overall, Burgistein prioritizes peaceful living over urban convenience, situated near neighbors Thurnen, Seftigen, and Wattenwil. Explore the detailed map to assess whether this rural character aligns with your connectivity needs.
What are the neighboring communes of Burgistein and how big is it?
Burgistein is a small commune in the Thun agglomeration with a population of 1,153 residents. The commune borders three neighbors: Thurnen, Seftigen, and Wattenwil. In terms of environmental quality, Burgistein excels with a noise score of 9.8, indicating exceptionally low noise levels, while its nature score of 9.4 reflects strong natural surroundings. However, the commune scores considerably lower in transport accessibility at 0.4 and education at 2.6, suggesting limited public transit options and fewer educational facilities nearby. Air quality remains moderate at 7.4. Explore the detailed scorecard on the map to understand how Burgistein compares across all dimensions.
Is Burgistein a tax-friendly municipality?
Burgistein demonstrates exceptional environmental quality with a noise score of 9.8, making it notably peaceful. However, the municipality scores only 0.8 on fiscal friendliness, indicating it is not particularly tax-advantaged compared to other Swiss communes. While nature quality ranks strong at 9.4, taxation remains a consideration for those prioritizing lower tax burdens. The commune does offer moderate healthcare services at 6.6, though education infrastructure scores lower at 2.6. Thus, Burgistein appeals primarily to those valuing environmental tranquility rather than fiscal incentives. Explore the detailed scoring breakdown on the map to assess whether this Thun-area commune aligns with your priorities.

Neighboring communes of Burgistein

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 19.3 %20–64 years 62.7 %65 and over 18 %
Density
148 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+7.6 %
Vacant housing
0.9 %
New dwellings
4.6 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
2.3 %
Tertiary employment
25.1 %

Land use

Built-up area 9.7 %Agricultural land 76.1 %Forest 13.4 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
46.7893, 7.5036
BFS Number
863
Last updated
17 July 2026

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

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