Sarnen
Switzerland · Kanton ObwaldenCH
Municipality in Obwalden, Switzerland
Sarnen is a small historic town, a municipality, and the capital of the canton of Obwalden situated on the northern shores of Lake Sarnen in Switzerland. It has a population of just over 10,000 and is surrounded by countryside and mountains. Sarnen is located 20 km south of Lucerne.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 10,862
- Coordinates
- 46.896, 8.245
- Timezone
- Europe/Zurich
- Elevation
- 1309 m
Overview of Sarnen
Set in Kanton Obwalden, Switzerland, Sarnen is a compact town. About 10,862 people are based here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. What stands out most: nature, sports and wellness. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls. Elevation is roughly 1,309 metres.
Things to do in Sarnen
Nature in Sarnen
(2)Nature lovers get Lakes and Rivers. All of it is drawn from Sarnen's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Sports in Sarnen
(1)Sarnen records Skateboard under sports. All of it is drawn from Sarnen's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Wellness in Sarnen
(1)Wellness lovers get Hammam. Everything listed here comes from what Sarnen is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Getting there & around
Sarnen is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Kanton Obwalden and continue by car or bike. Time zone: Europe/Zurich.
Similar destinations
Places near Sarnen that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sarnen known for?
- Sarnen, in Kanton Obwalden, Switzerland, is best known for nature, sports and wellness. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 10,862 residents.
- What can you do in Sarnen?
- Recorded activities in Sarnen include Lakes, Rivers, Skateboard and Hammam. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- Where is Sarnen located?
- Sarnen is located in Kanton Obwalden, Switzerland. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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