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Alpthal, Switzerland

Schwyz · Switzerland

Alpthal is a small town in Schwyz, Switzerland with a population of 559. Elevation: 3,264 ft (995 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

559 Population 11/sq mi density
3,264 ft Elevation 995 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
98.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zurich Timezone

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About Alpthal

Alpthal

Alpthal is a village and municipality in Schwyz District in the canton of Schwyz in Switzerland. Besides the village of Alpthal, the municipality includes the ski resort of Brunni, and settlement of Eigen.

People

Population559
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain98.8 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation3,264 ft (995 m)
Population559
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation3,264 ft (995 m)
Coordinates47.0695°, 8.7160°
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Country🇨🇭 Switzerland
State / ProvinceSchwyz
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation98.8 inches (2,509 mm)
Annual Snowfall160.2 inches (407 cm)

About Alpthal

Alpthal is a small town in Switzerland (Schwyz) with a population of 559. The city sits at an elevation of 3,264 feet (995 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 98.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Zurich.

Alpthal experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 98.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 160.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 3,264 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below Switzerland avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,264 ft (995 m)
Area49.3 sq mi (127.6 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates47.0695°N, 8.7160°W
TimezoneEurope/Zurich

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 98.8"
160% above Switzerland avg
Snowfall 160.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.44"
Driest Month (Jan) 3.74"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

864 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M0.0 on Jul 21, 2025.

Dec 29, 1999 12 km N of Isolaccia, Italy M4.8 132 km
Nov 20, 1991 1 km WSW of Churwalden, Switzerland M4.7 69 km
Feb 14, 1999 3 km NNE of Belfaux, Switzerland M4.7 123 km
Mar 31, 1994 2 km W of Warth, Austria M4.7 111 km
Mar 22, 2003 2 km WSW of Albstadt, Germany M4.7 129 km
Apr 6, 2000 11 km WSW of Tubre, Italy M4.5 133 km
Feb 17, 1992 4 km NNE of Scharans, Switzerland M4.5 68 km
Jan 4, 2009 3 km S of Wildhaus, Switzerland M4.5 50 km
Oct 1, 2001 11 km WSW of Tubre, Italy M4.5 132 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km SSW of Muotathal, Switzerland M4.5 17 km
Jun 14, 1993 3 km S of Vogogna, Italy M4.4 125 km
Nov 22, 1997 4 km SSW of Krummenau, Switzerland M4.4 37 km
May 15, 1992 1 km W of Sennwald, Switzerland M4.4 62 km
May 8, 1992 2 km WSW of Sennwald, Switzerland M4.4 61 km
May 8, 1992 0 km NNW of Sennwald, Switzerland M4.4 63 km
Nov 16, 1995 1 km ENE of Einsiedeln, Switzerland M4.3 8 km
May 6, 2003 7 km WSW of Linthal, Switzerland M4.3 24 km
Dec 31, 1999 11 km WSW of Tubre, Italy M4.3 133 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 121 km
Dec 30, 1992 2 km SW of Ühlingen-Birkendorf, Germany M4.2 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 95.0 m (312 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1987 VALTELLINA Meteorological 95.0 m 27 146 km
1601 LAKE LUCERNE Eruption + Earthquake 4.0 m 8 34 km
1996 LAKE BRIENZ Meteorological 0.5 m 68 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 3.7 in Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 4.0 in Coldest
March 35°F (2°C) 4.1 in
April 40°F (4°C) 5.1 in
May 49°F (9°C) 5.6 in
June 54°F (12°C) 7.2 in
July 61°F (16°C) 7.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (15°C) 7.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 5.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.7 in
November 36°F (2°C) 5.0 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 4.5 in

Alpthal has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 30°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 63.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.4") and January the driest (3.7").

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Schools in Alpthal

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Schule Trachslau
Schulhaus Alpthal
Schulhaus Trachslau
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Radio Stations near Alpthal

50 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
SRF 4 News news, public radio MP3 128 kbps
Energy Zürich (NRJ) mainstream, news MP3 128 kbps
1.FM - Amsterdam Trance Radio trance MP3 192 kbps
Radio Pilatus MP3
1.FM - Deep Techno & Deep House deep house, techno MP3 192 kbps
Radio Zürisee classic hits, classic rock MP3 256 kbps
Radio24 main, mainstream MP3
Virgin Radio Switzerland MP3
Radio Central MP3
80s Forever - We Keep The 80s Alive 80s, alternative rock MP3 256 kbps
1.FM - Classic Rock Replay Radio classic rock MP3 192 kbps
SRF 1 public radio, srg ssr MP3 128 kbps
Radio SRF 1 Zentralschweiz local news, news MP3 128 kbps
GDS.FM acid-house, experimental MP3 320 kbps
Radio1.ch 2000s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
GOAT Radio AAC+ 64 kbps
1.FM - Bossa Nova Hits latin MP3 192 kbps
Radio SRF 1 Zürich Schaffhausen AAC 48 kbps
1.FM - Disco Ball 70's-80's Radio 70s, 80s MP3 192 kbps
Radio Eviva MP3
1.FM Absolute 90's Radio 90s, pop MP3 192 kbps
VirginRadio rock MP3
Bachata Nation Radio MP3
Life Channel browserfriendly, christian MP3 192 kbps
Barix Radio classic hits, oldies MP3 128 kbps
Rundfunk.fm funk MP3 320 kbps
Radio Sunshine (AAC 64KB) (IT) MP3 128 kbps
Radio Barix AAC adult contemporary, pop AAC 48 kbps
SRF1 Regionaljournal Zürich-Schaffhausen AAC 96 kbps
New Clear Radio brit pop, classic rock MP3 320 kbps
Vintageradio.ch MP3 128 kbps
Country Radio Switzerland country MP3 64 kbps
Rundfunk FM easy listening MP3 170 kbps
80ies dot radio MP3
Country Radio Switzerland (CRS) undefined MP3 128 kbps
WALTS WELT MP3 64 kbps
Jam On Radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio4TNG MP3 128 kbps
Radio Stadtfilter (DAB+) city, pop MP3 160 kbps
Radio Sunshine (GB) MP3 192 kbps
RADIO MARIA SWITZERLAND catholic, christian AAC+ 128 kbps
Radio 3FACH MP3
Radio Gloria christian, katholik MP3 96 kbps
R102 variety MP3 128 kbps
JAMES FM MP3 128 kbps
Audioasyl electronic MP3 320 kbps
Radio Zürich Nord MP3 128 kbps
Radio LoRa 97.5 community radio, feminist MP3
Open Broadcast eclectic MP3 320 kbps
Radio LoRa community radio, feminist MP3

Museums in Alpthal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Agentenhaus
Alphüttenmuseum
Alte Kirche St. Georg und Nikolaus
Atelier und Skulpturengarten
Bergsturzmuseum
Bergwerk Riedhof Museum
Bergwerkmuseum
Besucherzentrum Wildnispark Zürich
Bielensäge
Bloodhound-Museum
Bundesbriefmuseum
Chärnehus
Diorama
Dörflihaus-Museum
Dürstelerhaus
enea Baummuseum
Ermitage Isabelle Kaiser
Feuerwehr
Feuerwehr-Museum
Feuerwehrmuseum
Feuerwehrmuseum
Fischereimuseum
Forum der Schweizergeschichte
Fram Museum Kulturerbe Einsiedeln
Gottlieb Duttweiler Museum
Gottlieb Duttweiler Museum
Haus für Kunst Uri
Heimatkundliche Sammlung
Helen-Dahm-Museum
Historisches Museum der altfreyen Republik Gersau
Historisches Museum Uri
Hof Gersau
Imkereimuseum
Indianland
Informationszentrum Morgarten
Isabella Kaiser
Johanna Spyri Museum
Kimmelstiftung für Postgeschichte Museum Bauernhof
Kirchenschatzmuseum
KMM Kulturzentrum
Kunst(Zeug)Haus
Kunsthaus Zug
Lindt Home of Chocolate
Lindt Home of Chocolate
Marchmuseum
Museum "Alte Sagi"
Museum Burg Zug
Museum für Urgeschichte
Museum Haus C.G. Jung
Museum Haus C.G. Jung
Museum Schloss Grüningen
Nähmaschinen-Museum
Naturkundesammlung
Nicola Erni Collection
Nicola Erni Collection
Ortsmuseum
Ortsmuseum Farb
Ortsmuseum Hinwil
Ortsmuseum Hinwil
Ortsmuseum Kilchberg
Ortsmuseum Kilchberg
Ortsmuseum Küsnacht
Ortsmuseum Küsnacht
Ortsmuseum Meilen
Ortsmuseum Rüschlikon
Ortsmuseum Rüschlikon
Ortsmuseum Sust
Ortsmuseum Thalwil
Ortsmuseum Thalwil
Panorama
Pegasus Small World
Polenmuseum
Regionalmuseum Vitznau-Rigi
Ritterhaus Bubikon
Schafbock- und Lebkuchenmuseum
Schifffahrtsmuseum
Schweizer Dufour Museum
Stadtmuseum Rapperswil-Jona
Stricklerhuus
Tell-Museum
Uetiker Museum
Urner Mineralien-Museum
Urwaldpavillon
Weinbaumuseum
Weinbaumuseum
Werftmuseum
WMB und UOeB

Libraries in Alpthal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothek Adliswil0.0
Bibliothek Ägerital0.0
Bibliothek Altendorf0.0
Bibliothek Baar0.0
Bibliothek Baar0.0
Bibliothek Freienbach0.0
Bibliothek Gemeinde Egg0.0
Bibliothek Hausen am Albis0.0
Bibliothek Küsnacht0.0
Bibliothek Küsnacht0.0
Bibliothek Menzingen0.0
Bibliothek Rüti-Dürnten0.0
Bibliothek Uetikon0.0
Bibliothek Vitznau0.0
Bibliothek Zug0.0
Didaktisches Zentrum Uri0.0
Dorfbibliothek Wernetshausen0.0
Gemeinde- und Schulbibliothek Herrliberg0.0
Gemeinde- und Schulbibliothek Herrliberg0.0
Gemeinde- und Schulbibliothek Langnau0.0
Gemeinde- und Schulbibliothek Langnau0.0
Gemeindebibliothek0.0
Gemeindebibliothek0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Bubikon0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Erlenbach0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Erlenbach0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Meilen0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Richterswil0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Rosengarten0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Rosengarten0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Stäfa0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Wald0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Wollerau0.0
Gemeindeblibliothek Horgen0.0
Library of the Schwyz Canton0.0
medienverbund.phsg - Regionales Didaktisches Zentrum Rapperswil-Jona0.0
Mediothek0.0
Mediothek0.0
Mediothek0.0
Mediothek Freienbach0.0
Mediothek Lachen0.0
Mediothek PH Zug0.0
Oetikergut0.0
Öffentliche Bibliothek Einsiedeln0.0
Polish Library0.0
Regionalbibliothek March0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Hombrechtikon0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Muotathal0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Oetwil am See0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Wolfhausen0.0
Schulbibliothek Hirzel0.0
Staatsarchiv / Kantonsbibliothek Uri0.0
Staatsarchiv des Kantons Schwyz0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek Wädenswil0.0
Stiftung Bibliothek Werner Oechslin0.0
Studienbibliothek im Zeughaus0.0
Übersetzerhaus Looren0.0
Walchwil_Public_Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Alpthal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Altdorfer Wuchämärcht
Dorf-Märt
Fyrobig Märt
stauberhof.ch
The Shops at Mütschi Center

Hotels in Alpthal

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Brunni

Restaurants in Alpthal

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alpwirtschaft Brunnialp
Berggasthof Haggenegg
Café Tändli
Gärtästübli
Hotel Brunni
Restaurant Brunni
Restaurant Brunni Lodge
Schlittelstübli
Wirtschaft Furggelen

Cafes in Alpthal

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Poscht Cafe

Breweries in Alpthal

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Ägeribier
Bier Factory
Blattmann Bier
Brauerei Baar
Brauerei Rosengarten
Brauerei Seebueb
Götter Brauerei
Horseshoe Braueri
Octopus-Bräu
Raader Quell
Rigi Gold
VONI Brauerei GmbH
Waldrestaurant Höllgrotten

Stadiums & Teams in Alpthal

TeamLeagueDivision
Sportanlage Heslibach

Ski Resorts Near Alpthal

98 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Brunni-Haggenegg 0.0 $0
Sattelegg 0.0 $0
Friherrenberg 0.0 $0
Nollen – Unterägeri 0.0 $0
Wägital 0.0 $0
Kerenzerberg 0.0 $0
Euthal 0.0 $0
Rothenthurm 0.0 $0
Flumserberg 0.0 $0
Schilt 0.0 $0
Sattel-Hochstuckli 0.0 $0
Rigi-Seebodenalp 0.0 $0
Skilift Mugi 0.0 $0
Raten 0.0 $0
Skifahren Rigi Staffel 0.0 $0
Skilift Rigi-Kaltbad Gratalp 0.0 $0
Skilift Brunni 0.0 $0
Skilift Oberiberg 0.0 $0
Dreieck – Glarus 0.0 $0
Brunni-Holzegg-Rotenflue 0.0 $0
Skilifte Ibergeregg 0.0 $0
Rigi-Scheidegg/Burggeist 0.0 $0
Hoch-Ybrig 0.0 $0
Ibergeregg-Handgruobi 0.0 $0
Eigenthal 0.0 $0
Hemberg 0.0 $0
Röhrenmoos 0.0 $0
Degersheim 0.0 $0
Schwellbrunn 0.0 $0
Skilift Steg 0.0 $0
Skilift Bäretswil 0.0 $0
Skilift Ghöch 0.0 $0
Skilift Fischenthal 0.0 $0
Sollegg 0.0 $0
Gonten 0.0 $0
Urnäsch Osteregg 0.0 $0
Ebenalp-Horn 0.0 $0
Stoos 0.0 $0
Skilift Oberholz-Farner 0.0 $0
Atzmännig 0.0 $0
Skilift Bildhaus 0.0 $0
Tanzboden 0.0 $0
Wolzenalp 0.0 $0
Wildhaus 0.0 $0
Chäserrugg-Alt St. Johann 0.0 $0
Amden 0.0 $0
Arvenbüel 0.0 $0
Skilift Bennau 0.0 $0
Skilift Schnabelsberg 0.0 $0
Carì 0.0 $0
Runal Péra Trun 0.0 $0
Obersaxen-Mundaun 0.0 $0
Sarn-Heinzenberg 0.0 $0
Axalp ob Brienz 0.0 $0
Tschappina 0.0 $0
Andermatt+Disentis+Sedrun 0.0 $0
First – Grindelwald 0.0 $0
Vals 3000 0.0 $0
Realp 0.0 $0
Campo Blenio - Ghirone 0.0 $0
Splügen 0.0 $0
Airolo - Pesciüm 0.0 $0
Meiringen-Hasliberg 0.0 $0
Münster-Geschinen 0.0 $0
Cioss Prato 0.0 $0
Prato Leventina 0.0 $0
Nara – Leontica 0.0 $0
Gluringen 0.0 $0
Pian Cales / San Bernardino 0.0 $0
Confin / San Bernardino 0.0 $0
Bellwald 0.0 $0
Mogno 0.0 $0
Skiarea Valchiavenna 0.0 $0
Aletsch Arena 0.0 $0
Ratzi – Spiringen 0.0 $0
Skiarena Loh Hätzingen 0.0 $0
Braunwald 0.0 $0
Schüpfheim 0.0 $0
Heiligkreuz - First 0.0 $0
Klewenalp - Stockhütte 0.0 $0
Elm 0.0 $0
Dallenwil - Wirzweli 0.0 $0
Eggberge 0.0 $0
Biel-Kinzig 0.0 $0
Gitschenen – Isenthal 0.0 $0
Langis / Glaubenberg 0.0 $0
Val Formazza 0.0 $0
Bannalp 0.0 $0
Brüsti – Attinghausen 0.0 $0
Laax 0.0 $0
Engelberg-Brunni 0.0 $0
Mörlialp 0.0 $0
Engelberg - Großtitlis Ski Schanze 0.0 $0
Sörenberg 0.0 $0
Engelberg-Titlis 0.0 $0
Brigels Waltensburg Andiast 0.0 $0
Melchsee-Frutt 0.0 $0
Tenna 0.0 $0

Airports Near Alpthal

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Zürich AirportZRHLarge Airport
Alpnach Air BaseMedium Airport
Dübendorf Air BaseMedium Airport
Emmen Air BaseEMLMedium Airport
Ambri AirportSmall Airport
Amlikon AirfieldSmall Airport
Binningen Glider FieldSmall Airport
Birrfeld AirfieldSmall Airport
Bohlhof Glider FieldSmall Airport
Buochs AirportBXOSmall Airport
Buttwil AirfieldSmall Airport
Clariden-Hüfifirn Mountain Landing SiteSmall Airport
Hausen am Albis AirfieldSmall Airport
Hilzingen AirfieldSmall Airport
Kägiswil AirfieldSmall Airport
Konstanz AirfieldSmall Airport
Limmerenfirn Mountain Landing SiteSmall Airport
Lommis AirfieldSmall Airport
Luzern-Beromünster AirfieldSmall Airport
Markdorf Glider FieldSmall Airport
Meiringen Air BaseSmall Airport
Mollis AirfieldSmall Airport
Münster AirfieldSmall Airport
Radolfzell-Stahlringen AirfieldSmall Airport
Schänis AirfieldSmall Airport
Schmerlat AirfieldSmall Airport
Sitterdorf AirfieldSmall Airport
Speck-Fehraltorf AirfieldSmall Airport
Triengen AirfieldSmall Airport
Vorabgletscher Mountain Landing SiteSmall Airport
Wangen-Lachen AirfieldSmall Airport
Winterthur AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Alpthal

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cereneo
Kinder-Reha Schweiz
RehaZentrum Wald Hauptgebäude
RODIAG Diagnostic Centers Röntgeninstitut
Zürcher RehaZentren | Klinik Wald

Churches & Religious Organizations in Alpthal

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bruustchappeli
Haggenegg Kapelle
Pfarrkirche St. Apollonia
Pilgerkapelle Haggenegg
St. Anna Kapelle
St. Stefan

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Zurich
Elevation
950 m (3,117 ft)

🇨🇭 About Switzerland

Capital Bern
Population 8,516,543
Area 41,290 km²
GDP (USD) $894,424,821,645
GDP per capita $100,624
HDI 0.967
Life expectancy 84.1 years
Internet users 97.3%
Urban population 85.2%
Currency CHF (Franc)
Languages French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh
Calling code +41
TLD .ch
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Switzerland

23 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Neujahr
Jan 2 St. Berchtold's Day Berchtoldstag
Jan 6 Epiphany Heilige Drei Könige
Mar 1 Republic Day Jahrestag der Ausrufung der Republik
Mar 19 Saint Joseph's Day Josefstag
Apr 3 Good Friday Karfreitag
Apr 4 Näfels procession Näfelser Fahrt
Apr 6 Easter Monday Ostermontag
May 1 Labour Day Tag der Arbeit
May 14 Ascension Day Auffahrt
May 25 Whit Monday Pfingstmontag
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Fronleichnam
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Peter und Paul
Aug 1 Swiss National Day Bundesfeier
Aug 15 Assumption of the Virgin Mary Maria Himmelfahrt
Sep 10 Geneva Prayday Jeûne genevois
Sep 20 Federal Day of Thanksgiving Eidgenössischer Dank-, Buss- und Bettag
Sep 21 Federal Fast Monday Bettagsmontag
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Allerheiligen
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Mariä Empfängnis
Dec 25 Christmas Day Weihnachten
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Stephanstag
Dec 31 Restoration Day Restauration de la République

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alpthal

What is the population of Alpthal?

Alpthal has a population of 559 residents and is located in Switzerland. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 49.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alpthal?

Alpthal has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 98.8 inches, with 160.2 inches of snow.

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