Sarnen

Sarnen is the capital of the canton of Obwalden and sits on the shore of Lake Sarnen. Sarnen is an ideal starting point for numerous excursions by train, car or bike; a variety of sports can be practised here or in the immediate vicinity.
  • Locality with about 10,500 residents
  • …lies at an elevation of around 1,310 metres (4,290 feet)
  • …is also known as “CH1407”

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Sachseln and Ramersberg.
is a and municipality in the canton of in .
6 km southeast of Sarnen
is a hamlet.
4½ km east of Sarnen
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Latitude
46.8985° or 46° 53′ 54″ north
Longitude
8.1765° or 8° 10′ 35″ east
Open location code
8FRCV5XG+9H
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