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Heiden
City in Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland
Overview
Heiden, set on a hill above Lake Constance in Appenzell Ausserrhoden, is a charming Swiss village known for its Biedermeier architecture, wellness culture, and panoramic lake views. Its tranquil atmosphere and well-preserved streets make it ideal for relaxation or outdoor activities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Switzerland
Canton
Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Population
4,161
Time Zone
Europe/Zurich
Coordinates
47.44°, 9.53°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
95
Female Safety
92
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
92
Food Safety
100
Monthly Cost
$3,090
Local Cost
$1,830
Local Income
$3,900
Cashless
90
English
80
Temperature
8.5°C
Summer Avg
17.5°C
Winter Avg
-0.8°C
Record High
32.6°C
Record Low
-23.2°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1398 mm
Internet Speed
211 Mbps
Upload
78 Mbps
Latency
11 ms
City Vibrancy
4
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
674.0
Airport
ACH
Distance
5 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 18 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 90/100.
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