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

5.0/ 10
Average
Population
1,023
Commune type
Village

Living in Innertkirchen, a commune of 1023 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 5/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (10/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.6/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
10.0
Air Quality
9.4
Public Transport
5.0
Education & Culture
0.4
Nightlife & Dining
1.1
Nature & Green Spaces
9.6
Healthcare
0.7
Taxation
1.5
Annual Sunshine
7.2
Cantonal average

Innertkirchen's national strengths

Per our methodology

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Nature
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
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Retirement
Average
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Family
Average
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Young Professional
Average
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Innertkirchen achieves a compatibility score of 7.6/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4.4/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Innertkirchen excels in Noise (10/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (9.6/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Air Quality (9.4/10) — clean air with low pollutant concentrations.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Education & Culture (0.4/10) — limited educational and cultural infrastructure, Healthcare (0.7/10) — more limited healthcare access, Nightlife & Dining (1.1/10) — limited dining and nightlife options.

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Key Infrastructure

Public Transport

Innertkirchen KraftwerkTrain Station
Innertkirchen GrimseltorTrain Station
UnterwasserTrain Station
Aareschlucht OstTrain Station
GrimseltorBus Stop

Guides to read for this area

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

Considering buying property in Innertkirchen 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 Innertkirchen

What's it like to live in Innertkirchen? Resident impressions and quality of life
Innertkirchen shines with exceptional environmental quality, boasting a noise score of 10 and nature access at 9.6, creating a serene Alpine setting ideal for those seeking tranquility. Air quality ranks impressively at 9.5, though sunshine hours are moderate at 7.2. By contrast, the commune faces significant challenges: public transport scores just 0, and educational facilities rate critically low at 0.1. Dining and healthcare options are similarly sparse, with restaurant availability at 0.4 and health services at 1.6. The tax environment offers minimal advantage at 1.5. This small community of 1,023 residents nestles among neighbors Hasliberg, Schattenhalb, and Guttannen in a remote mountain valley. Innertkirchen suits nature lovers and those prioritizing peaceful living, though families with school-age children and young professionals requiring urban amenities should consider elsewhere.
How sunny and clean is the air in Innertkirchen?
Innertkirchen boasts exceptional air quality with a score of 9.5, making it one of the cleanest communes in the region. Sunshine availability is also strong at 7.2, offering reliable daylight throughout the year. By contrast, the commune struggles significantly with public transport connectivity, scoring just 0, which limits commuting options. Educational facilities are similarly limited at 0.1, requiring families to seek services elsewhere. The outstanding natural environment, scoring 9.6, combined with pristine air and moderate sunshine, makes this alpine setting ideal for nature lovers and those prioritizing environmental health over urban convenience.
How well-connected is Innertkirchen? Transport, schools, dining
Innertkirchen scores exceptionally on environmental quality, with air purity at 9.5 and noise levels at a perfect 10, making it ideal for those seeking tranquility. However, public transport connectivity is nearly absent, scoring 0, which significantly limits accessibility. Educational facilities are extremely limited at 0.1, meanwhile dining options are equally sparse at 0.4. The commune's 9.6 nature score and 7.2 sunshine rating offer compensating outdoor appeal. With just 1,023 residents nestled among neighbors Hasliberg, Schattenhalb, and Guttannen, Innertkirchen functions as an isolated mountain community. This profile suits nature lovers and retirees seeking solitude over urban convenience.
What are the neighboring communes of Innertkirchen and how big is it?
Innertkirchen is a very small commune in the Bern canton with a population of just 1,023 residents. It borders three neighbors: Hasliberg, Schattenhalb, and Guttannen. The commune excels in environmental quality, scoring 9.6 for nature access and 10 for low noise pollution, making it exceptionally peaceful. Meanwhile, urban amenities lag significantly, with restaurant options scoring only 0.4 and public transport at 0. Education and healthcare services are similarly limited, though the area offers decent sunshine with a score of 7.2. By contrast, fiscal conditions remain challenging at 1.5. This intimate alpine setting suits nature lovers and those seeking tranquility over convenience.
Is Innertkirchen a tax-friendly municipality?
Innertkirchen scores 1.5 on fiscal friendliness, indicating it is not a tax-advantaged destination. The commune excels in environmental quality, with exceptional noise levels at 10 and air quality at 9.5, alongside outstanding natural surroundings at 9.6. By contrast, education infrastructure scores just 0.1, and healthcare accessibility registers at 1.6. Transportation connectivity is minimal at 0, while dining options are sparse at 0.4. Innertkirchen, nestled among Hasliberg, Schattenhalb, and Guttannen, prioritizes pristine environmental conditions over fiscal incentives. This alpine setting suits nature lovers and those seeking tranquility rather than families or professionals seeking urban conveniences and tax breaks.

Neighboring communes of Innertkirchen

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 18.1 %20–64 years 57.8 %65 and over 24.1 %
Density
5 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
-1.8 %
Vacant housing
1.3 %
New dwellings
9.3 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
1.3 %
Tertiary employment
24 %

Land use

Built-up area 0.7 %Agricultural land 12 %Forest 18.5 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
46.6876, 8.2996
BFS Number
784
Last updated
17 July 2026

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