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Quality of life in Givisiez (Fribourg) — scores, review and neighborhoods

6.7/ 10
Top 10% in SwitzerlandExcellent
Population
2,728
Commune type
Village

Living in Givisiez, a commune of 2728 inhabitants in Canton Fribourg — with an overall score of 6.7/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Healthcare (9.9/10) and Education & Culture (9.5/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
6.7
Air Quality
6.0
Public Transport
5.3
Education & Culture
9.5
Nightlife & Dining
6.2
Nature & Green Spaces
7.2
Healthcare
9.9
Taxation
2.9
Annual Sunshine
6.9
Cantonal average

Givisiez's national strengths

Top 50 · Healthcare ↗
Per our methodology ↗

Recommended Profiles

Family
ExcellentTop 5% in Switzerland
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Young Professional
ExcellentTop 10% in Switzerland
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Retirement
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
mediantop
Nature
Fair
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For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Givisiez achieves a compatibility score of 7/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Young Professional profile (6.1/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Givisiez excels in Healthcare (9.9/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Education & Culture (9.5/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Nature & Green Spaces (7.2/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (2.9/10) — a higher tax burden than average.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Swiss Viper MuseumMuseum
Bibliothèque communale de GivisiezLibrary
Bibliothèque de la Haute école de travail social de FribourgLibrary
Théâtre des OssesCinema / Theatre
Ecole PrimaireSchool

Public Transport

GivisiezTrain Station
Givisiez, La GaîtéBus Stop
Givisiez, Place d'AffryBus Stop
Givisiez, rte du BleuetBus Stop
Givisiez, rte StephanBus Stop
Givisiez, gareBus Stop
Givisiez, La FayeBus Stop
Givisiez, EscaleBus 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 Fribourg as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Fribourg as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Fribourg in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Fribourg Close to Nature
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Frequently asked questions about Givisiez

What's it like to live in Givisiez? Resident impressions and quality of life
Givisiez stands out for its healthcare accessibility, with a health score of 8.4, reflecting strong medical infrastructure. The commune excels across environmental and educational dimensions, scoring 7.2 for nature access and 6.7 for education, alongside solid air quality at 6.6 and low noise pollution at 6.7. Sunshine exposure also rates well at 6.9. However, dining and cultural amenities lag considerably, with restaurant options scoring just 2.4 and tax efficiency at 2.9. Public transport connectivity remains limited at 3.8. Located within the Fribourg agglomeration alongside neighbors Villars-sur-Glâne, Granges-Paccot, and Corminboeuf, this commune of 2,728 residents balances natural appeal with practical services. The profile suits families and retirees who prioritize healthcare, green spaces, and educational quality over urban convenience and nightlife.
How sunny and clean is the air in Givisiez?
Givisiez enjoys strong air quality with a score of 6.6, making it a pleasant place for those concerned about environmental conditions. Sunshine is equally favorable at 6.9, providing good natural light throughout the year. These environmental strengths reflect the commune's location within the Fribourg agglomeration, where conditions remain relatively clean. Noise levels score 6.7, though this is moderately lower than air and sunshine ratings. The combination of clean air and reliable sunlight makes Givisiez particularly suitable for nature lovers and families seeking a balanced environment near urban amenities.
How well-connected is Givisiez? Transport, schools, dining
Givisiez scores 8.4 in health services, reflecting solid access to medical facilities. Education and dining present mixed results: the commune achieves 6.7 for education, indicating reasonable school access, yet restaurants and cafés score just 2.4, suggesting limited dining options locally. Public transport connectivity is notably weaker at 3.8, meaning residents may need to travel to nearby Villars-sur-Glâne, Granges-Paccot, or Corminboeuf for services. Thus, Givisiez works well for families seeking good healthcare and schooling, though those prioritizing convenient dining and frequent public transit may find trade-offs here. Young professionals valuing transportation links should consider the commune's location within the Fribourg agglomeration carefully.
What are the neighboring communes of Givisiez and how big is it?
Givisiez stands out for its healthcare score of 8.4, reflecting strong access to medical services in this Fribourg commune. With a population of 2,728 residents, it remains a modest-sized settlement positioned within the Fribourg agglomeration. The commune borders three neighboring municipalities: Villars-sur-Glâne, Granges-Paccot, and Corminboeuf. Beyond healthcare, Givisiez offers notable strengths in nature access (7.2) and education (6.7), though transportation options are more limited at 3.8. This profile suits retirees seeking quality healthcare alongside environmental amenities, and families valuing educational access.
Is Givisiez a tax-friendly municipality?
Givisiez scores 2.9 on fiscal friendliness, indicating that tax conditions are notably challenging compared to other Swiss communes. Healthcare emerges as the commune's strongest dimension at 8.4, while education and nature access score solidly at 6.7 and 7.2 respectively. The weak fiscal score reflects higher-than-average tax burdens. Furthermore, dining and restaurant availability also underperform at 2.4. This profile suits retirees and nature lovers seeking good healthcare and natural surroundings, though those prioritizing tax efficiency should explore neighboring municipalities like Villars-sur-Glâne, Granges-Paccot, or Corminboeuf for comparison.

Neighboring communes of Givisiez

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 23.6 %20–64 years 65 %65 and over 11.3 %
Density
918 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+5.5 %
Vacant housing
2.2 %
New dwellings
0.0 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
2.1 %
Tertiary employment
81.3 %

Land use

Built-up area 40.3 %Agricultural land 34.3 %Forest 23.6 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Fribourg (FR)
Language region
French-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
46.8124, 7.1213
BFS Number
2197
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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