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

5.5/ 10
Fair
Population
2,173
Commune type
Village

Living in Hohenrain, a commune of 2173 inhabitants in Canton Lucerne — with an overall score of 5.5/10, 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
1.8
Education & Culture
5.6
Nightlife & Dining
3.9
Nature & Green Spaces
9.5
Healthcare
5.0
Taxation
3.9
Annual Sunshine
4.9
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Nature
Good
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Young Professional
Good
mediantop
Family
Fair
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Retirement
Fair
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Hohenrain achieves a compatibility score of 6.8/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4.6/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Hohenrain 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.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (1.8/10) — limited public transport connections, Taxation (3.9/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Nightlife & Dining (3.9/10) — limited dining and nightlife options.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek HohenrainLibrary
Schulhaus HohenrainSchool
Heilpädagogisches Zentrum HohenrainSchool

Public Transport

GünikenBus Stop
LandschauBus Stop
Hohenrain PostBus Stop
Kleinwangen, AugstholzBus Stop
OberebersolBus Stop
UnterebersolBus Stop
Kleinwangen OberdorfBus Stop
Kleinwangen PostBus 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 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 Hohenrain

What's it like to live in Hohenrain? Resident impressions and quality of life
Hohenrain stands out as a nature-oriented commune where environmental tranquility dominates daily life. The commune scores notably low on transport accessibility at 1, presenting a significant limitation for commuters. Conversely, it excels in noise levels and natural environment quality, both scoring 9.5, creating exceptionally quiet surroundings with strong green space access. Air quality is solid at 7. Healthcare and sunshine measure moderately at 4.9 each, while education and fiscal conditions remain below average. Dining and restaurant options are minimal at 1.2. It is worth noting that Hohenrain borders Abtwil, Hochdorf, and Sins. The core tradeoff here is clear: residents gain remarkable natural quietness and environmental quality but sacrifice convenient public transit and urban amenities.
How sunny and clean is the air in Hohenrain?
Hohenrain offers mixed conditions across its environmental profile. Air quality is moderate at 7.0, while sunshine exposure scores just 4.9, indicating below-average daylight hours compared to other Swiss communes. It is worth noting that the commune's strongest environmental assets lie elsewhere: noise pollution is exceptionally low at 9.5, and natural surroundings are equally impressive at 9.5. This combination suggests Hohenrain appeals most to those prioritizing peace and green space over abundant sunshine or pristine air, making it a tradeoff between serene, quiet living and exposure to optimal daylight and atmospheric conditions.
How well-connected is Hohenrain? Transport, schools, dining
Hohenrain faces significant connectivity challenges across transport, education, and dining options. Its public transport score stands at just 1 out of 10, reflecting limited accessibility by rail or bus. Education facilities score only 2.8, while restaurant and café options are minimal at 1.2. This rural commune of 2,173 residents, nestled among neighbors Abtwil, Hochdorf, and Sins, trades urban conveniences for exceptional environmental quality—noise and nature scores both reach 9.5. Residents prioritize peace and natural surroundings over proximity to services, accepting isolation as the price of a quiet, green setting within the Lucerne agglomeration.
What are the neighboring communes of Hohenrain and how big is it?
Hohenrain is a small commune in Lucerne's agglomeration with 2,173 residents, bordered by Abtwil, Hochdorf, and Sins. Its defining characteristic is exceptional environmental quality, with noise and natural surroundings both scoring 9.5. Air quality also rates well at 7. However, it is worth noting that transport accessibility is markedly weak at 1, and dining options are similarly limited at 1.2. Education infrastructure scores modestly at 2.8. The commune presents a clear tradeoff: rural tranquility and natural appeal offset by limited urban conveniences and connectivity.
Is Hohenrain a tax-friendly municipality?
Hohenrain does not stand out as particularly tax-friendly, scoring 3.9 on fiscal terms. This represents the commune's weakest dimension and suggests taxation here aligns with or exceeds regional averages rather than offering meaningful advantages. The commune's real strengths lie elsewhere. It excels in environmental quality, with outstanding noise and nature scores of 9.5 each, reflecting a quiet, green setting. Air quality is also solid at 7. Worth flagging: public transport connectivity is severely limited at 1, making car dependency likely for residents. This tradeoff is characteristic of rural Lucerne communes—Hohenrain offers excellent living environment and nature access but neither fiscal incentives nor convenient mobility infrastructure.

Neighboring communes of Hohenrain

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 23.1 %20–64 years 61.7 %65 and over 15.2 %
Density
104 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+1.6 %
Vacant housing
2.0 %
New dwellings
1.6 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
0.5 %
Tertiary employment
57.4 %

Land use

Built-up area 6.1 %Agricultural land 74.4 %Forest 19.1 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Lucerne (LU)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.1883, 8.3156
BFS Number
1032
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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