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Gersau
City in Schwyz, Switzerland
Overview
Gersau is a picturesque village on the shores of Lake Lucerne, renowned for its tranquil atmosphere and stunning alpine scenery. Despite its small population, the town offers charming historical sites and easy access to outdoor activities, making it a perfect getaway for relaxation and nature exploration.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Switzerland
Canton
Schwyz
Population
2,319
Time Zone
Europe/Zurich
Coordinates
46.99°, 8.53°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
97
Female Safety
95
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
93
Food Safety
99
Monthly Cost
$3,425
Local Cost
$1,860
Local Income
$5,100
Cashless
87
English
78
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
512 Mbps
Upload
316 Mbps
Latency
9 ms
City Vibrancy
7
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
3
Parks
3
Transport
18
Walk Score
18
Footways
35.0
Airport
BXO
Distance
10 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 59 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 82/100.
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