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Zwingen
City in Basel-Land, Switzerland
Overview
Zwingen is a picturesque small town set in the Basel-Land region, known for its tranquil landscapes, historic sites, and easy access to nature. Its compact size, friendly atmosphere, and proximity to Basel make it an attractive base for exploring rural Switzerland while enjoying local comforts.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Switzerland
Canton
Basel-Land
Population
2,399
Time Zone
Europe/Zurich
Coordinates
47.44°, 7.53°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
95
Female Safety
92
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
100
Monthly Cost
$2,608
Local Cost
$1,880
Local Income
$4,200
Cashless
90
English
80
Temperature
8.9°C
Summer Avg
17.8°C
Winter Avg
0.0°C
Record High
34.3°C
Record Low
-19.0°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
1061 mm
Internet Speed
421 Mbps
Upload
84 Mbps
Latency
9 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
31
Walk Score
31
Footways
62.0
Airport
BSL;MLH;EAP
Distance
18 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
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 5 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
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 75/100.
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