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Einsiedeln

City in Schwyz, Switzerland

Overview

Einsiedeln is a charming town set in the Swiss canton of Schwyz, renowned for its impressive Benedictine monastery and picturesque alpine surroundings. This lively alpine destination blends religious heritage and nature, making it a tranquil spot for history buffs, outdoor enthusiasts, and those seeking relaxation.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Switzerland
Canton
Schwyz
Population
15,867
Time Zone
Europe/Zurich
Coordinates
47.13°, 8.75°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
93
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
82
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
99
Monthly Cost
$3,179
Local Cost
$2,075
Local Income
$3,900
Cashless
86
English
70
Temperature
5.8°C
Summer Avg
15.0°C
Winter Avg
-3.7°C
Record High
30.1°C
Record Low
-28.1°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
1536 mm
Internet Speed
171 Mbps
Upload
60 Mbps
Latency
15 ms
City Vibrancy
18
Coworking
0
Cafes
5
Nightlife
7
Parks
6
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
223.0
Airport
BXO
Distance
32 km

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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 60 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
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.
Overture Maps and OpenStreetMap - 5 source-backed neighborhood entities are available for this city. Updated 2026-03-26.

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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