Emmen

Emmen is a town in Switzerland located in the Hochdorf region and organized as a municipality. The place consists of residential neighborhoods with homes, small shops, and schools that support the daily life of residents.

Emmen developed over time as a residential place for people who worked in the region and wanted to raise their families. The town grew gradually with new homes and facilities to meet the needs of its inhabitants.

This town shows itself as a modest place where working families and locals set the daily rhythm. You notice how people move through their routines between jobs, shops, and leisure time.

As a residential town, Emmen is best explored on foot or by bicycle since the neighborhoods are relatively close together. You find everyday shops and services here that support basic daily needs.

Though not famous, this place offers a genuine look at Swiss everyday life, far from tourist centers. This makes it a rare spot to see how ordinary people in Switzerland actually live and go about their days.

Location: Hochdorf Constituency

Elevation above the sea: 429 m

Shares border with: Lucerne, Buchrain, Ebikon, Eschenbach, Neuenkirch, Rothenburg, Littau

Website: http://emmen.ch

GPS coordinates: 47.07722,8.30000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:59