Burgdorf

Burgdorf is a protected townscape in the Emmental district, characterized by connected buildings and a traditional Swiss village layout with historic roots. The town features preserved houses with regional architectural details and streets arranged in a pattern that reflects its medieval development and continued growth over centuries.

The settlement originated during the medieval period and became an important trading hub for the region, shaping its development over centuries. This trading heritage is still visible today in the arrangement of buildings and the central plazas that continue to serve as community focal points.

The town center serves as a gathering place where locals and visitors meet for regular markets and community events throughout the year. The narrow streets reflect how residents have organized their daily life here, maintaining customs and social connections across generations.

The town is well connected by public transportation and roads, offering regular services to major Swiss cities and neighboring areas. Visitors can walk easily through the flat, narrow streets and access the central areas without difficulty.

The buildings showcase regional construction methods with details typical of the Emmental area, preserved across generations through continuous maintenance. These crafted techniques demonstrate how local materials and methods shaped the distinctive look of the settlement.

Location: Emmental administrative district

Elevation above the sea: 533 m

Shares border with: Hasle bei Burgdorf, Heimiswil, Kirchberg, Lyssach, Oberburg, Rüti bei Lyssach, Wynigen, Mötschwil, Krauchthal

Website: https://burgdorf.ch

GPS coordinates: 47.05667,7.62639

Latest update: December 14, 2025 08:04