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

5.5/ 10
Average
Population
5,018
Commune type
Town

Living in Sigriswil, a commune of 5018 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 5.5/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (9.8/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.6/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.8
Air Quality
8.3
Public Transport
5.0
Education & Culture
2.1
Nightlife & Dining
2.2
Nature & Green Spaces
9.6
Healthcare
6.5
Taxation
1.4
Annual Sunshine
4.7
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Nature
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
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Retirement
Fair
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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, Sigriswil achieves a compatibility score of 7.4/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4.7/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Sigriswil excels in Noise (9.8/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (9.6/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Air Quality (8.3/10) — clean air with low pollutant concentrations.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (1.4/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Education & Culture (2.1/10) — limited educational and cultural infrastructure, Nightlife & Dining (2.2/10) — limited dining and nightlife options.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

SigriswilSchool

Public Transport

Schwanden SägeBus Stop
Schwanden, SchulhausBus Stop
Schwanden (Sigriswil), DorfBus Stop
Sigriswil, BösenzelgBus Stop
Merligen, RalligenBus Stop
Merligen, BäreggBus Stop
Merligen, VorderdorfBus Stop
Schwanden, StaldenBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Restaurant / Hotel / Rehaklinik SchönbergMedical 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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Frequently asked questions about Sigriswil

What's it like to live in Sigriswil? Resident impressions and quality of life
Sigriswil stands out for exceptional environmental quality, with a noise score of 9.8 creating a remarkably peaceful setting. Nature access also scores strongly at 9.6, offering residents abundant outdoor recreation. Air quality reaches 8.8, contributing to a healthy living environment. However, public transport availability scores 0, presenting a significant limitation for car-free mobility. Education and dining options remain modest at 0.8 and 0.9 respectively, while healthcare services rate moderately at 6.1. The commune's fiscal attractiveness scores 1.4. Located near neighbors including Oberhofen am Thunersee, Teuffenthal, and Beatenberg, Sigriswil appeals primarily to those prioritizing tranquility and natural surroundings over urban convenience. Explore the detailed scoring breakdown on the map to understand how these dimensions match your lifestyle priorities.
How sunny and clean is the air in Sigriswil?
Sigriswil shines with exceptional air quality, scoring 8.8 for cleanliness—a major strength of this commune. The environmental profile is further enhanced by outstanding noise levels at 9.8, among the highest in the region. Nature access also excels at 9.6. However, sunshine is more moderate, with an ensoleillement score of just 4.7, reflecting the typical Alpine and pre-Alpine climate. While air purity and tranquility define Sigriswil's appeal, the sunnier days remain limited compared to lower-altitude areas. Explore these environmental dimensions on the map to discover how they shape daily life in this Bernese community.
How well-connected is Sigriswil? Transport, schools, dining
Sigriswil's transport connectivity stands at 0 out of 10, revealing a significant limitation in this dimension. Similarly, dining options score just 0.9, and educational facilities register 0.8, indicating sparse amenities in these categories. However, the commune excels in environmental quality, with noise levels scoring 9.8 and nature access at 9.6, alongside air quality at 8.8. This profile suggests Sigriswil appeals to those prioritizing natural surroundings over urban conveniences, though residents may need to travel to nearby neighbors like Oberhofen am Thunersee, Teuffenthal, or Beatenberg for enhanced services. Explore the detailed scores on the map to better understand what suits your lifestyle.
What are the neighboring communes of Sigriswil and how big is it?
Sigriswil is a commune of approximately 5,018 residents bordered by Oberhofen am Thunersee, Teuffenthal (BE), and Beatenberg. The commune stands out most strikingly for its noise control, with a score of 9.8, reflecting a remarkably quiet environment. Nature preservation is equally impressive at 9.6, yet education and transport infrastructure remain significant weaknesses with scores of 0.8 and 0, respectively. Healthcare services score 6.1, while dining and fiscal conditions lag considerably behind. Explore the detailed profile on the map to discover more about how Sigriswil compares across all dimensions.
Is Sigriswil a tax-friendly municipality?
Sigriswil scores 1.4 on fiscal friendliness, indicating limited tax advantages compared to other Swiss communes. The municipality's weakest dimension is education at 0.8, followed by restaurant availability at 0.9. Yet Sigriswil excels in environmental quality, with noise pollution scoring 9.8 and nature accessibility at 9.6, alongside solid air quality at 8.8. If tax considerations weigh heavily in your decision, you may want to compare Sigriswil with neighboring communes like Oberhofen am Thunersee, Teuffenthal, or Beatenberg. Explore the detailed scoring breakdown on the map to assess whether other strengths align with your priorities.

Neighboring communes of Sigriswil

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 13.3 %20–64 years 54.8 %65 and over 31.9 %
Density
87 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+5.0 %
Vacant housing
1.3 %
New dwellings
6.9 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
1.4 %
Tertiary employment
74.5 %

Land use

Built-up area 4.7 %Agricultural land 39.3 %Forest 47.1 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
46.7280, 7.7428
BFS Number
938
Last updated
17 July 2026

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

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