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Gland

City in Vaud, Switzerland

Overview

Set between Lausanne and Geneva, Gland is a peaceful Swiss town known for its lake views, green spaces, and easy commuter access. It offers a blend of local charm and modern amenities, making it popular with families and professionals seeking tranquility near the Swiss Riviera. Despite its modest size, Gland boasts excellent infrastructure, parks, and proximity to Lake Geneva.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Switzerland
Canton
Vaud
Population
13,106
Time Zone
Europe/Zurich
Coordinates
46.42°, 6.27°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
94
Female Safety
92
LGBTQ+ Safety
87
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$3,500
Local Cost
$2,320
Local Income
$5,000
Cashless
93
English
82
Temperature
9.0°C
Summer Avg
18.0°C
Winter Avg
-0.1°C
Record High
35.9°C
Record Low
-20.0°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1166 mm
Internet Speed
213 Mbps
Upload
164 Mbps
Latency
4 ms
City Vibrancy
6
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
3
Parks
2
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
252.0
Airport
GVA
Distance
24 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 33 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.

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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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