Real estate

Oberägeri

Population
Residents
6'081
Annual growth rate
0.4%
Percentage of foreigners
27%
Real estate market
Mult-dwelling units and apartment blocks
2'420
Single-family detached homes
490
Total number of properties
2'910
Percentage by type of apartment
Rental apartments
41.0%
Freehold apartments
38.4%
Single-family detached homes
20.6%
New builds
Apartments
45
Single-family detached homes
3

Location

Oberägeri in the canton of Zug, with approximately 6'000 residents, is tucked away from the hustle and bustle, yet still close to the city, in an idyllic spot on the northern shores of Lake Ägeri. At an elevation of 724 meters above sea level, it is usually above the fog line. In Switzerland’s most beautiful valley of the Alpine foothills, the exceptional residential neighborhoods here enjoy an unparalleled panoramic view. Zurich, Zug and Lucerne are all located within a convenient distance by car.

Transportation

The national freeways heading to Basel or Chiasso (A2), Chur and Zurich (A3), and Zug or Lucerne (A4), can all be reached within 20 minutes by car. A 20-minute drive also gets you to Zug (13 km), while three-quarters of an hour by car is all you need to reach Zurich (35 km). The drive to Lucerne takes 42 minutes (45 km). 

Schools

The children of Oberägeri benefit from a superior range of educational services from elementary to tertiary-level schooling. They may also choose to attend gymnasiums (college preparatory-type schools) in Zug and Menzingen.

Shopping

The town has everything you may desire for everyday needs. The Coop Supermarket, as well as the bakery, butcher, and dairy in Oberägeri regularly display the fresh specialties du jour.

Recreation

Lake Ägeri features attractive facilities along its shores. In addition, a 10-minute drive by car or on public transportation takes resident and visitor alike to the Raten, Sattel-Hochstuckli and Nollen ski and recreational resorts, which promise exiting recreational opportunities in winter and summer. The “am Raten” and “Gottschalkenberg” high-altitude trails promise hikers an unforgettable hiking and biking experience. Countless associations and clubs, neighborhood street fairs and the “Wuchemärt” are a testament to the proud sense of community here.

Restaurants

In Oberägeri, there is an above-average selection of taverns, inns and diners that serve a diverse array of cuisines. Of the more than 20 restaurants here, “Hirschen” enjoys a popular reputation extending even beyond the boundaries of the region.

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