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Quality of life in Grosswangen (Lucerne) — scores, review and neighborhoods

5.7/ 10
Good
Population
2,948
Commune type
Village

Living in Grosswangen, a commune of 2948 inhabitants in Canton Lucerne — with an overall score of 5.7/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (9.5/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.5/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.5
Air Quality
5.8
Public Transport
2.1
Education & Culture
4.8
Nightlife & Dining
3.5
Nature & Green Spaces
9.5
Healthcare
6.8
Taxation
4.4
Annual Sunshine
4.7
Cantonal average

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Family
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Grosswangen achieves a compatibility score of 6.9/10. 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: Grosswangen excels in Noise (9.5/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (9.5/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Healthcare (6.8/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (2.1/10) — limited public transport connections, Nightlife & Dining (3.5/10) — limited dining and nightlife options, Taxation (4.4/10) — a higher tax burden than average.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek GrosswangenLibrary
Schulanlage KalofenSchool

Public Transport

Eduard Huber-StrasseBus Stop
Grosswangen PostBus Stop
SchutzBus Stop
RotBus Stop
HauelenBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Zahnarztpraxis CarolloDoctor
Zahnarztpraxis CarolloDoctor
Dr. med. dent. T. StrugarDoctor
Praxis Dr. Bieringer FrankDoctor

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 Lucerne as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Lucerne as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Lucerne in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Lucerne Close to Nature

Frequently asked questions about Grosswangen

What's it like to live in Grosswangen? Resident impressions and quality of life
Grosswangen offers a markedly different character from its neighbors Buttisholz, Ettiswil, and Oberkirch, particularly in environmental quietness and natural surroundings. This small commune of under 3,000 residents excels notably in noise levels and nature access, both scoring 9.5, creating a peaceful rural setting. However, transport connectivity stands at just 1.2, reflecting limited public transit options typical of smaller communes. Dining and educational facilities similarly score low at 1.4 and 2.1 respectively, suggesting residents rely on nearby Lucerne for such amenities. Air quality registers at 6.9, offering reasonable conditions. The commune suits those prioritizing tranquility and green space over urban convenience. Explore the detailed scores on the map to discover which lifestyle factors matter most to you.
How sunny and clean is the air in Grosswangen?
Grosswangen stands out among its neighbors Buttisholz, Ettiswil, and Oberkirch primarily for its exceptional quiet environment. Air quality here scores 6.9, reflecting moderate cleanliness typical of rural Lucerne communes. Sunshine exposure reaches 4.7, suggesting moderate but not exceptional solar exposure year-round. The commune's true strengths lie elsewhere: nature scores an impressive 9.5, matching its noise rating and indicating a remarkably peaceful, green setting with minimal sound pollution. For those prioritizing outdoor tranquility over sunshine, Grosswangen delivers compelling advantages. Explore the detailed environmental metrics on the map to discover how this commune compares across all quality dimensions.
How well-connected is Grosswangen? Transport, schools, dining
Grosswangen lags noticeably behind its neighbors Buttisholz, Ettiswil, and Oberkirch in urban connectivity. Transport accessibility scores just 1.2, while dining and education options reach only 1.4 and 2.1 respectively. By contrast, this small commune of 2,948 inhabitants excels in environmental quality, with air quality and nature both rated 9.5. The trade-off reflects Grosswangen's rural character within the Lucerne agglomeration—a quieter setting where modern amenities take a backseat to natural surroundings. Explore the interactive map to discover how proximity to Lucerne's services compares with the commune's own offerings.
What are the neighboring communes of Grosswangen and how big is it?
Grosswangen, a small commune of 2,948 inhabitants in Lucerne, sits alongside Buttisholz, Ettiswil, and Oberkirch. Compared to its neighbors, Grosswangen stands out for its exceptional environmental qualities. The commune's weakest dimension is transport connectivity, scoring just 1.2, reflecting its rural character. By contrast, air quality and nature both achieve outstanding scores of 6.9 and 9.5 respectively, making it an appealing destination for those prioritizing peaceful surroundings and clean environment. Meanwhile, noise levels also rank very favorably at 9.5. Explore the detailed scores on the map to discover how Grosswangen compares across other dimensions like education, healthcare, and taxation.
Is Grosswangen a tax-friendly municipality?
Compared to its neighbors Buttisholz, Ettiswil, and Oberkirch, Grosswangen presents a moderate tax position with a fiscal score of 4.4. This represents the commune's weakest dimension, suggesting taxation is neither particularly advantageous nor disadvantageous relative to regional benchmarks. Meanwhile, Grosswangen excels in environmental quality, with noise and nature scores both reaching 9.5, indicating excellent acoustic conditions and natural surroundings. The commune's air quality score of 6.9 further reinforces its appeal for those prioritizing environmental factors. For a comprehensive understanding of Grosswangen's fiscal framework and how it compares across all quality-of-life dimensions, explore the detailed profile on the map.

Neighboring communes of Grosswangen

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 24.3 %20–64 years 61.1 %65 and over 14.5 %
Density
165 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+10.4 %
Vacant housing
0.9 %
New dwellings
4.0 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
1 %
Tertiary employment
43.6 %

Land use

Built-up area 7 %Agricultural land 77.3 %Forest 15.1 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Lucerne (LU)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.1306, 8.0587
BFS Number
1086
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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