Quality of life in Schongau (Lucerne): scores, review and neighborhoods

5.6/ 10
Fair
Population
1,027
Commune type
Village

Living in Schongau, a commune of 1027 inhabitants in Canton Lucerne. With an overall score of 5.6/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (9.1/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9/10). Its score is below the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.1
Air Quality
5.6
Public Transport
1.5
Education & Culture
5.1
Nightlife & Dining
4.7
Nature & Green Spaces
9.0
Healthcare
6.3
Taxation
3.9
Annual Sunshine
4.9
Cantonal average

These scores summarise the living environment where residents actually live, not across the whole municipal territory. The map, by contrast, colours the territory: a highly rated commune can still show large, often uninhabited areas with weaker values.

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Nature
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Retirement
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Family
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Young Professional
Fair
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Schongau achieves a compatibility score of 6.7/10. 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: Schongau excels in Noise (9.1/10, a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus), Nature & Green Spaces (9/10, a green environment with many accessible green spaces).

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (1.5/10, limited public transport connections), Taxation (3.9/10, a higher tax burden than average), Nightlife & Dining (4.7/10, limited dining and nightlife options).

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Key Infrastructure

Public Transport

ErlebnisparkBus Stop
MettmenBus Stop
Schongau KreuzBus Stop
OberschongauBus Stop
Schongau LandiBus Stop
GmeinwärchBus Stop

Guides to read for this area

Four guides by lifestyle profile and three analyses of this area's strongest criteria.

Considering buying property in Schongau or moving to Canton Lucerne? Our interactive map lets you explore quality of life at the neighborhood level and compare with nearby communes.

Frequently asked questions about Schongau

What's it like to live in Schongau? Resident impressions and quality of life
Living in Schongau means quiet and greenery first: the noise score is 9.1 and nature reaches 9, so everyday life leans rural and calm. Yet transport is the weak point at just 1.5, and dining sits at 4.7, so a car or patience helps. Air quality is decent at 5.6, healthcare 6.3, education 5.1, and sunshine 4.9, while the fiscal score of 3.9 is modest. Neighboring communes such as Bettwil, Aesch (LU), and Buttwil are nearby for basic errands. Overall, Schongau suits nature lovers and retirees seeking low noise and open surroundings more than young professionals needing frequent connections.
How sunny and clean is the air in Schongau?
With a nature score of 9.0 and air quality at 5.6, Schongau offers a quiet rural setting in the Lucerne agglomeration. Sunshine sits at a moderate 4.9, so expect a mix of bright days and cloudier periods rather than consistently high exposure. The weakest dimension is transport, which scores only 1.5, meaning car dependence is likely for most trips. Noise is remarkably low at 9.1, reinforcing the calm character of this small commune of 1,027 residents. Healthcare (6.3) and education (5.1) are middling, while dining (4.7) and fiscal attractiveness (3.9) remain limited. Neighbors include Bettwil, Aesch (LU), and Buttwil. Overall, this profile suits nature lovers and retirees seeking quiet and clean surroundings over urban convenience.
How well-connected is Schongau? Transport, schools, dining
With a transport score of just 1.5, Schongau is weakly connected, which is its clearest weakness. Air quality sits at 5.6, while nature reaches 9 and quietness 9.1, so the setting is calm and green rather than accessible. Schools score 5.1 and dining 4.7, both moderate. Neighboring communes Bettwil, Aesch (LU) and Buttwil are nearby, yet daily mobility still depends heavily on the car. However, the strong nature and quietness scores suit nature lovers and retirees seeking a rural base in the Lucerne agglomeration, while young professionals relying on public transport would find the low connectivity limiting.
What are the neighboring communes of Schongau and how big is it?
With a nature score of 9.0 and air quality at 5.6, Schongau is a small commune of 1,027 inhabitants in the Lucerne agglomeration. Its weakest dimension is transport, scoring just 1.5, which reflects a limited public transport offering. Yet nature and quiet stand out strongly, with noise at 9.1 and nature at 9.0, making it one of the calmer settings in the region. Neighboring communes are Bettwil, Aesch (LU), and Buttwil. However, dining (4.7) and fiscal attractiveness (3.9) remain modest. Given this profile, Schongau best suits nature lovers and retirees seeking tranquility, rather than young professionals dependent on frequent transport connections.
Is Schongau a tax-friendly municipality?
With a fiscal score of just 3.9, Schongau is not a tax-friendly municipality. The weakest dimension here is transport, at only 1.5, which reflects very limited public transport connections. However, the commune compensates with outstanding environmental quality: noise sits at 9.1 and nature at 9.0, among the highest values in the profile. Air quality is a moderate 5.6, while education reaches 5.1 and healthcare 6.3. For a small commune of 1,027 residents near Lucerne, these figures suggest a quiet, green setting rather than financial advantage. Neighboring communes include Bettwil, Aesch (LU), and Buttwil. Overall, Schongau best suits nature lovers and retirees seeking calm and clean surroundings, not taxpayers hunting for low rates.

Neighboring communes of Schongau

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 23.3 %20–64 years 63.3 %65 and over 13.4 %
Density
83 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+18.9 %
Vacant housing
1.1 %
New dwellings
9.6 per 1,000 inhab.
Tertiary employment
27.2 %

Land use

Built-up area 5.9 %Agricultural land 68.4 %Forest 25.3 %

Source: FSO, Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Lucerne (LU)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.2687, 8.2698
BFS Number
1041
Last updated
7 October 2026

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