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Buchrain
City in Lucerne, Switzerland
Overview
Buchrain is a small, peaceful suburb located just east of the city of Lucerne, set in Switzerland's picturesque canton of Lucerne. Known for its quiet residential vibe, proximity to stunning countryside, and tight-knit community, it provides a pleasant base for those seeking tranquility within reach of urban life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Switzerland
Canton
Lucerne
Population
6,235
Time Zone
Europe/Zurich
Coordinates
47.10°, 8.35°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
95
Female Safety
94
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
100
Monthly Cost
$3,517
Local Cost
$2,190
Local Income
$5,200
Cashless
95
English
80
Temperature
7.5°C
Summer Avg
16.4°C
Winter Avg
-1.5°C
Record High
31.7°C
Record Low
-23.6°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1361 mm
Internet Speed
462 Mbps
Upload
138 Mbps
Latency
16 ms
City Vibrancy
12
Coworking
0
Cafes
4
Nightlife
0
Parks
8
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
553.0
Airport
EML
Distance
3 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 37 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 85/100.
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