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Quality of life in Oberried am Brienzersee (Bern) — scores, review and neighborhoods

4.9/ 10
Average
Population
522
Commune type
Hamlet

Living in Oberried am Brienzersee, a commune of 522 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 4.9/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (10/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.8/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
10.0
Air Quality
8.9
Public Transport
5.0
Education & Culture
1.2
Nightlife & Dining
1.5
Nature & Green Spaces
9.8
Healthcare
4.0
Taxation
0.8
Annual Sunshine
3.3
Cantonal average

Oberried am Brienzersee's national strengths

#1 in Switzerland · Noise ↗Top 25 · Nature & Green Spaces ↗
Per our methodology ↗

Recommended Profiles

Nature
Good
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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, Oberried am Brienzersee achieves a compatibility score of 7.1/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4.3/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Oberried am Brienzersee excels in Noise (10/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (9.8/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Air Quality (8.9/10) — 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 (1.2/10) — limited educational and cultural infrastructure, Nightlife & Dining (1.5/10) — limited dining and nightlife options.

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Key Infrastructure

Public Transport

OberriedTrain Station
Ebligen, BahnhofTrain Station
Oberried am Brienzersee, BhfBus Stop
EbligenBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Reha- und Kurklinik EdenMedical Centre

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 Oberried am Brienzersee 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 Oberried am Brienzersee

What's it like to live in Oberried am Brienzersee? Resident impressions and quality of life
With a nature score of 9.8, Oberried am Brienzersee stands out as an exceptional destination for those seeking Alpine environments and outdoor pursuits. This tiny commune of 522 inhabitants also boasts outstanding air quality at 9.1 and remarkably low noise pollution at 10. However, it faces significant challenges in education, transport, and dining options, reflecting its rural character nestled between neighbors Niederried bei Interlaken, Habkern, and Ringgenberg. Healthcare services register at 4.2, yet the exceptional natural setting and pristine environment make it ideal for residents prioritizing tranquility and landscape over urban amenities. Explore the detailed scores on the map to discover how this lakeside setting aligns with your lifestyle preferences.
How sunny and clean is the air in Oberried am Brienzersee?
Oberried am Brienzersee impresses with exceptional air quality, scoring 9.1 for cleanliness. The commune's natural environment ranks equally high at 9.8, reflecting its pristine alpine setting near the Brienzersee. Sunlight exposure, however, presents a weaker dimension at 3.3, likely due to the valley's topography and surrounding mountains that limit direct solar radiation. Surrounded by neighbors including Niederried bei Interlaken, Habkern, and Ringgenberg, this small community of 522 residents benefits from outstanding air and nature conditions. Explore the detailed environmental scores on the map to understand how these factors shape daily life in the commune.
How well-connected is Oberried am Brienzersee? Transport, schools, dining
Oberried am Brienzersee scores notably low on connectivity, with transport reaching only 0 points. Education and dining similarly lag at 0.3 and 0.5 respectively, reflecting the commune's remote character as a small settlement of 522 residents. However, this isolation comes with significant environmental rewards: nature scores an exceptional 9.8, while air quality reaches 9.1. Neighbors Niederried bei Interlaken, Habkern, and Ringgenberg (BE) share comparable rural positioning. The commune appeals to those prioritizing natural surroundings over urban amenities. Explore the detailed scores and map features to understand how this location aligns with your lifestyle preferences.
What are the neighboring communes of Oberried am Brienzersee and how big is it?
Oberried am Brienzersee is a very small commune with just 522 inhabitants, nestled in the Thun agglomeration area. Its neighbors are Niederried bei Interlaken, Habkern, and Ringgenberg (BE). The commune excels in nature quality with a score of 9.8, complemented by excellent air quality at 9.1 and notably low noise levels at 10. However, it faces significant challenges in transport accessibility, scoring only 0, alongside limited educational and dining facilities. Healthcare services are moderately available at 4.2. Explore the detailed scores and map view to better understand what this small alpine community offers.
Is Oberried am Brienzersee a tax-friendly municipality?
Oberried am Brienzersee scores exceptionally on nature with 9.8, reflecting its pristine Alpine setting. However, tax-friendliness is notably weak, with a fiscal score of only 0.8, indicating this is not a tax-advantaged location. Air quality remains excellent at 9.1, yet the municipality offers limited services overall—transport and dining infrastructure are minimal. For those prioritizing natural environment over fiscal incentives, this small commune of 522 residents neighboring Niederried bei Interlaken, Habkern, and Ringgenberg appeals strongly. Explore the detailed scoring breakdown on the map to see how Oberried compares across all dimensions.

Neighboring communes of Oberried am Brienzersee

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 12.4 %20–64 years 58.7 %65 and over 28.9 %
Density
22 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
-8.1 %
Vacant housing
2.3 %
New dwellings
2.1 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
3.7 %
Tertiary employment
75.2 %

Land use

Built-up area 2.4 %Agricultural land 38.2 %Forest 43.4 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
46.7548, 7.9557
BFS Number
589
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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