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Chippis
City in Valais, Switzerland
Overview
Chippis is a peaceful Swiss village in the heart of Valais, surrounded by natural beauty and alpine landscapes. Known for its tranquility and authentic local charm, it offers visitors a relaxing base near the Rhône River and access to outdoor activities. The town is well suited for those seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience with genuine Swiss hospitality.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Switzerland
Canton
Valais
Population
1,617
Time Zone
Europe/Zurich
Coordinates
46.28°, 7.54°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
93
Female Safety
92
LGBTQ+ Safety
78
Traffic Safety
89
Food Safety
99
Monthly Cost
$2,930
Local Cost
$1,880
Local Income
$4,100
Cashless
90
English
70
Temperature
4.0°C
Summer Avg
12.9°C
Winter Avg
-5.0°C
Record High
27.6°C
Record Low
-26.5°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
1176 mm
Internet Speed
188 Mbps
Upload
99 Mbps
Latency
4 ms
City Vibrancy
32
Coworking
0
Cafes
11
Nightlife
11
Parks
10
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
234.0
Airport
SIR
Distance
18 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 53 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 72/100.
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