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

5.1/ 10
Average
Population
437
Commune type
Hamlet

Living in Oberlangenegg, a commune of 437 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 5.1/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (9.8/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.7/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.8
Air Quality
7.4
Public Transport
1.0
Education & Culture
0.9
Nightlife & Dining
4.6
Nature & Green Spaces
9.7
Healthcare
5.6
Taxation
0.8
Annual Sunshine
6.5
Cantonal average

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Nature
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
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Retirement
Fair
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Young Professional
Fair
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Family
Average
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Oberlangenegg achieves a compatibility score of 7.2/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4.2/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Oberlangenegg excels in Noise (9.8/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (9.7/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Air Quality (7.4/10) — clean air with low pollutant concentrations.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (0.8/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Education & Culture (0.9/10) — limited educational and cultural infrastructure, Public Transport (1/10) — limited public transport connections.

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Key Infrastructure

Public Transport

FischbachBus Stop
Innerer KreuzwegBus Stop
DürrenBus Stop
Schwarzenegg DorfBus 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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Frequently asked questions about Oberlangenegg

What's it like to live in Oberlangenegg? Resident impressions and quality of life
Oberlangenegg excels as a rural mountain commune where nature and tranquility define daily life. With a population of 437, it offers exceptional environmental quality: air quality scores 8.4 and nature access reaches 9.7, while noise pollution remains minimal at 9.8. The main tradeoff is accessibility—transport connectivity scores just 0.5, reflecting limited public options typical of small communes. Education and dining services similarly score low, at 0.3 and 1.5 respectively, requiring residents to travel to nearby Thun for such amenities. Healthcare availability is moderate at 5.5. This commune suits those prioritizing pristine surroundings and quietness over convenient urban services.
How sunny and clean is the air in Oberlangenegg?
Oberlangenegg excels in environmental quality, with exceptional air purity rated at 8.4 and outstanding noise levels at 9.8. The commune's natural surroundings score an impressive 9.7, reflecting its rural character within the Thun agglomeration. Sunshine exposure reaches 6.5, providing moderate daylight throughout the year. These strengths reflect Oberlangenegg's position as a small community of 437 residents among neighbors like Wachseldorn, Horrenbach-Buchen, and Unterlangenegg. The main tradeoff is between the commune's pristine air and nature quality versus limited infrastructure and services.
How well-connected is Oberlangenegg? Transport, schools, dining
Oberlangenegg is a small rural commune where connectivity challenges define the settlement experience. Transport infrastructure scores just 0.5, while education and dining options are similarly limited at 0.3 and 1.5 respectively. These constraints reflect the commune's remote position within the Thun agglomeration, shared with neighbors Wachseldorn, Horrenbach-Buchen, and Unterlangenegg. The commune's genuine strength lies elsewhere—nature and air quality score exceptionally high at 9.7 and 8.4. Oberlangenegg thus embodies a fundamental tradeoff: isolation from modern conveniences offset by exceptional environmental quality and tranquility.
What are the neighboring communes of Oberlangenegg and how big is it?
Oberlangenegg is a very small commune in the Thun agglomeration with just 437 inhabitants. Its neighbors are Wachseldorn, Horrenbach-Buchen, and Unterlangenegg. This tiny settlement's defining characteristic is its exceptional environmental quality: air quality scores 8.4 and nature access reaches 9.7, while noise levels are equally impressive at 9.8. The main limitation is infrastructure—transport connectivity is minimal at 0.5, and educational services score just 0.3. The tradeoff is clear: Oberlangenegg offers pristine countryside living but demands tolerance for isolation from urban amenities and services.
Is Oberlangenegg a tax-friendly municipality?
Oberlangenegg is not particularly tax-friendly, with a fiscal score of 0.8 that places it among less favorable options in its region. Education and transport infrastructure are also notably limited, scoring 0.3 and 0.5 respectively. However, this small commune of 437 inhabitants excels in environmental quality, with air quality and nature scores of 8.4 and 9.7, plus exceptional low noise pollution at 9.8. Healthcare services are moderately available at 5.5. The tradeoff is clear: Oberlangenegg offers natural tranquility and clean surroundings but limited public services and unfavorable tax conditions compared to its neighbors Wachseldorn, Horrenbach-Buchen, and Unterlangenegg.

Neighboring communes of Oberlangenegg

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 23.3 %20–64 years 55.8 %65 and over 20.9 %
Density
51 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
-5.1 %
Vacant housing
0.9 %
New dwellings
0.0 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
1.3 %
Tertiary employment
42.7 %

Land use

Built-up area 4.6 %Agricultural land 45.3 %Forest 49.2 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
46.8003, 7.7479
BFS Number
935
Last updated
17 July 2026

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

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