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Quality of life in Attinghausen (Uri): scores, review and neighborhoods

6.0/ 10
Good
Population
1,613
Commune type
Village

Living in Attinghausen, a commune of 1613 inhabitants in Canton Uri. With an overall score of 6/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Nightlife & Dining (8.5/10) and Healthcare (8.3/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
8.1
Air Quality
5.0
Public Transport
2.8
Education & Culture
7.7
Nightlife & Dining
8.5
Nature & Green Spaces
6.9
Healthcare
8.3
Taxation
4.6
Annual Sunshine
2.5
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.

Recommended Profiles

Young Professional
Good
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Family
Fair
mediantop
Retirement
Fair
mediantop
Nature
Average
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For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Attinghausen achieves a compatibility score of 6.2/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Young Professional profile (5.7/10) is the weakest of the four, while still sitting above the Swiss median.

Strengths: Attinghausen excels in Nightlife & Dining (8.5/10, a rich selection of restaurants, bars, and entertainment), Healthcare (8.3/10, excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals), Noise (8.1/10, a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus).

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Annual Sunshine (2.5/10), Public Transport (2.8/10, limited public transport connections), Taxation (4.6/10, a higher tax burden than average).

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Key Infrastructure

Public Transport

GalliriedBus Stop
Attinghausen SeilbahnBus 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 Altdorf as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Altdorf as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Altdorf in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Altdorf Close to Nature
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Considering buying property in Attinghausen or moving to Canton Uri? Our interactive map lets you explore quality of life at the neighborhood level and compare with nearby communes.

Frequently asked questions about Attinghausen

What's it like to live in Attinghausen? Resident impressions and quality of life
Living in Attinghausen means quiet nights, with a noise score of 8.1, and air quality at 5.0, which is moderate for the Altdorf agglomeration. Nature access scores 6.9, yet sunshine is limited at just 2.5, so expect cloudy periods. Dining options are strong at 8.5, however transport sits at only 2.8, making a car useful for reaching nearby Erstfeld, Isenthal, or Engelberg. Healthcare is solid at 8.3, and education scores 7.7, though taxation at 4.6 is less favorable. Overall, this small Uri commune of 1,613 suits nature lovers and retirees seeking calm and mountain proximity rather than young professionals dependent on frequent public transport.
How sunny and clean is the air in Attinghausen?
With a noise score of 8.1, Attinghausen stands out as a notably quiet commune of 1,613 residents in the Uri canton. Air quality scores 5, a middling figure, yet noise levels remain low. Sunshine is the weaker point at just 2.5, so bright days are limited. Nature access scores 6.9, offering decent green surroundings, however transport sits at only 2.8, reflecting the limited connections typical of a small alpine village. Healthcare reaches 8.3, a clear strength, while dining scores 8.5. Education is solid at 7.7, nonetheless fiscal attractiveness is modest at 4.6. Neighbors include Erstfeld, Isenthal and Engelberg. Overall, this profile suits nature lovers and retirees seeking calm and quiet over sunshine or mobility.
How well-connected is Attinghausen? Transport, schools, dining
Attinghausen earns a strong 8.5 for dining and a solid 7.7 for education, yet its transport score sits at just 2.8, reflecting a small commune of 1,613 where connections are limited. Air quality is moderate at 5.0, while nature reaches 6.9, giving residents easy access to open landscapes. However, sunshine is notably low at 2.5, and noise sits at a comfortable 8.1. Neighboring communes Erstfeld, Isenthal, and Engelberg broaden the regional options, though daily travel still depends heavily on private vehicles. Healthcare scores well at 8.3, and fiscal attractiveness is moderate at 4.6. Overall, this profile fits nature lovers and retirees seeking quiet surroundings more than young professionals needing frequent transit links.
What are the neighboring communes of Attinghausen and how big is it?
With a quietness score of 8.1 and nature at 6.9, Attinghausen is a small, calm commune of 1,613 residents in the Uri canton, within the Altdorf agglomeration. Air quality sits at a moderate 5.0, yet noise levels remain low, which suits its rural setting. Transport links are limited at 2.8, so a car is often needed. However, education scores well at 7.7, and healthcare reaches 8.3, supporting everyday needs. Dining stands out at 8.5, while sunshine is modest at 2.5. The commune borders three neighbors: Erstfeld, Isenthal, and Engelberg. Given its calm character and strong local services, Attinghausen best fits nature lovers and retirees seeking a quiet alpine base.
Is Attinghausen a tax-friendly municipality?
Attinghausen’s most striking score is its low fiscal attractiveness of 4.6, which suggests the tax burden is not especially light. Air quality is moderate at 5.0, yet the commune performs well on quietness with 8.1 and on nature with 6.9. Transport access is limited at 2.8, however healthcare reaches 8.3 and education 7.7. Sunshine is notably low at 2.5, while dining scores 8.5. Neighboring Erstfeld, Isenthal and Engelberg offer additional regional context. Overall, the fiscal score does not point to a tax-friendly profile. Retirees and nature lovers may find the calm setting appealing, though young professionals seeking low taxes might look elsewhere.

Neighboring communes of Attinghausen

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 24.9 %20–64 years 59.1 %65 and over 16 %
Density
37 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+10.8 %
Vacant housing
0.7 %
New dwellings
2.9 per 1,000 inhab.
Tertiary employment
48.1 %

Land use

Built-up area 1.7 %Agricultural land 34.3 %Forest 18.6 %

Source: FSO, Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Uri (UR)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
46.8242, 8.5351
BFS Number
1203
Last updated
7 October 2026

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

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