Nidau
City in Bern, Switzerland
Overview
Nidau is a charming lakeside town in the canton of Bern, situated on the shores of Lake Biel and known for its blend of historic character and modern Swiss living. With beautiful canals, a relaxed pace, and proximity to busy Biel, Nidau is perfect for those seeking a scenic yet accessible base. The town's cozy atmosphere, preserved Old Town, and recreational opportunities attract both families and nature enthusiasts.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Switzerland
Canton
Bern
Population
6,815
Time Zone
Europe/Zurich
Coordinates
47.13°, 7.24°
Key Metrics
Safety Score · estimate
94
Female Safety
93
LGBTQ+ Safety
87
Traffic Safety
92
Food Safety
100
Monthly Cost · estimate
$2,675
Local Cost
$1,850
Local Income
$4,100
Cashless
89
English
80
Temperature
8.5°C
Summer Avg
17.4°C
Winter Avg
-0.3°C
Record High
34.1°C
Record Low
-19.7°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1142 mm
Internet Speed
503 Mbps
Upload
246 Mbps
Latency
9 ms
City Vibrancy
90
Coworking
6
Cafes
35
Nightlife
34
Parks
15
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
718.0
Airport
BRN
Distance
31 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Record updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Record updated 2025-12-06.
Estimates and unverified origins
Oyster List climate data - Climate origins are unverified. Available methods include historical APIs and AI estimates; stored rows do not identify the original dataset, reference period, or model for each value. Treat these summaries as estimates until independently verified. Record updated 2026-03-22.
Oyster List city price estimates - Price origins are unverified. Available generation methods include AI estimates; stored records do not identify a survey, observation period, or model for each price. Record updated 2026-01-14.
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores include model-assisted estimates. Stored records do not identify supporting observations for each score. Model-reported confidence: 82/100; this is not a measured accuracy score. Model: derived+gpt-4.1. Record updated 2026-03-26.