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

5.3/ 10
Fair
Population
1,440
Commune type
Village

Living in Lyssach, a commune of 1440 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 5.3/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Nature & Green Spaces (9/10) and Healthcare (7.3/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
6.4
Air Quality
5.0
Public Transport
2.7
Education & Culture
7.2
Nightlife & Dining
3.7
Nature & Green Spaces
9.0
Healthcare
7.3
Taxation
2.0
Annual Sunshine
4.4
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Young Professional
Fair
mediantop
Family
Fair
mediantop
Retirement
Average
mediantop
Nature
Average
mediantop

For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Lyssach achieves a compatibility score of 5.9/10. 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: Lyssach excels in Nature & Green Spaces (9/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Healthcare (7.3/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Education & Culture (7.2/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (2/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Public Transport (2.7/10) — limited public transport connections, Nightlife & Dining (3.7/10) — limited dining and nightlife options.

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Key Infrastructure

Public Transport

LyssachTrain Station
Lyssach BahnhofBus Stop
Bernstrasse (Ikea)Bus Stop
Bernstrasse WestBus Stop
Bernstrasse OstBus Stop
LyssachschachenBus Stop
KernenriedstrasseBus 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 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
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Considering buying property in Lyssach 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 Lyssach

What's it like to live in Lyssach? Resident impressions and quality of life
Lyssach offers a markedly different lifestyle compared to its neighbors Rüti bei Lyssach, Rüdtligen-Alchenflüh, and Kernenried, with particular strengths in natural surroundings. The commune scores lowest on transport connectivity at 1.6, reflecting its rural character within the Bern agglomeration. Education opportunities lag at 3.5, and dining options remain limited at 1.3. However, the exceptional nature score of 9 stands out prominently, paired with solid air quality at 6.1 and good health services at 6.5. It is worth noting these strengths align with a small-scale, countryside setting. Those seeking proximity to natural spaces alongside reasonable healthcare access will find the profile compelling. Explore the detailed scores on the map to understand how specific dimensions align with your priorities.
How sunny and clean is the air in Lyssach?
Compared to its neighbors Rüti bei Lyssach, Rüdtligen-Alchenflüh, and Kernenried, Lyssach shows mixed environmental qualities. The air quality scores 6.1 out of ten—a moderate rating that suggests acceptable but not exceptional conditions. Sunlight exposure is notably weaker at 4.4, indicating fewer sunny days relative to regional averages. Worth flagging: Lyssach's most striking asset is its nature score of 9, reflecting strong natural surroundings and landscape quality that compensate for the moderate sunshine and air metrics. For a small commune of 1,440 residents, these conditions reflect the typical Bernese Oberland climate and topography. Explore the detailed environmental indicators on the map to understand how these factors influence daily life here.
How well-connected is Lyssach? Transport, schools, dining
Lyssach trails its neighbors Rüti bei Lyssach, Rüdtligen-Alchenflüh, and Kernenried notably in transport accessibility, with a score of 1.6—a significant weakness for this small Bernese commune. Dining options are similarly sparse at 1.3, and educational facilities score modestly at 3.5. It is worth noting that despite limited urban amenities, Lyssach compensates with exceptional natural surroundings, boasting a nature score of 9, alongside respectable air quality and health infrastructure. The trade-off reflects a quiet, rural character suited to those prioritizing landscape over convenience. Explore the detailed scoring dimensions on the map to weigh whether this profile aligns with your preferences.
What are the neighboring communes of Lyssach and how big is it?
Lyssach is a small commune of 1,440 inhabitants in the Bern agglomeration, bordering Rüti bei Lyssach, Rüdtligen-Alchenflüh, and Kernenried. Compared to these neighbors, Lyssach faces notable challenges in transport connectivity, with a score of 1.6, and limited dining options at 1.3. Worth noting, the commune shines in nature access, scoring 9, and maintains solid health infrastructure at 6.5. Air quality and noise levels are also reasonable at 6.1 and 6.4 respectively. For a rural setting of this scale, the natural environment stands out as a defining strength. Explore the detailed scores on the map to understand how Lyssach compares across all quality dimensions.
Is Lyssach a tax-friendly municipality?
Compared to neighbors like Rüti bei Lyssach, Rüdtligen-Alchenflüh, and Kernenried, Lyssach presents a mixed fiscal profile. It is worth noting that the municipality scores 2.0 on tax friendliness, which suggests limited advantages in this dimension. However, Lyssach compensates with strong environmental credentials: it achieves 9.0 for nature access and 6.1 for air quality. Health services also score respectably at 6.5. For those prioritizing tax efficiency, this commune may require careful consideration of broader lifestyle factors. Explore the detailed scoring breakdown on the map to weigh fiscal considerations against quality of life indicators.

Neighboring communes of Lyssach

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 18.6 %20–64 years 60.4 %65 and over 20.9 %
Density
238 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
-0.8 %
Vacant housing
1.6 %
New dwellings
0.0 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
3.5 %
Tertiary employment
85.3 %

Land use

Built-up area 14.7 %Agricultural land 52.8 %Forest 31.5 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.0643, 7.5785
BFS Number
415
Last updated
17 July 2026

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

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