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Sarnen
City in Obwalden, Switzerland
Overview
Sarnen is a scenic Swiss town set between Lake Sarnen and the Alpine foothills, known for its idyllic landscapes and friendly local atmosphere. With its lakeside setting, historic old town, and great access to nature, Sarnen is perfect for travelers seeking relaxation and Swiss authenticity.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Switzerland
Canton
Obwalden
Population
10,514
Time Zone
Europe/Zurich
Coordinates
46.90°, 8.25°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
95
Female Safety
92
LGBTQ+ Safety
82
Traffic Safety
92
Food Safety
100
Monthly Cost
$2,870
Local Cost
$1,920
Local Income
$5,200
Cashless
95
English
85
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
116 Mbps
Upload
76 Mbps
Latency
8 ms
City Vibrancy
4
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
3
Parks
0
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
242.0
Airport
BXO
Distance
14 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 13 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 84/100.
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