1 Houses for sale in Gettnau

Gettnau is a former municipality in the district of Willisau in the canton of Lucerne in Switzerland. On 1 January 2021 the former municipality of Gettnau merged into Willisau.

Canton: Luzern
Area: 47.2 km²

Population

9'242residents

Median taxable income

CHF 60'183

Vacancy

0.99%

Foreign residents

15.3%

Dwellings

4'343

Jobs (FTE)

5'481

Tax multiplier

210%

Land use across the commune

Every 100 × 100 m of Gettnau, coloured by how it's used. Drawn from the BFS Arealstatistik 2025 release — the most recent nationwide snapshot.

Source BFS Arealstatistik

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Jobs & economy

5'481 full-time-equivalent jobs across 804 businesses — services make up 65% of employment, industry 25% (2018).

Source BFS STATENT

5'481FTE total

Primary9.8%

Secondary24.9%

Tertiary65.3%

Land use

9% built-up, 62% agricultural, 29% forest. Measured across 4'722 hectares (2018).

Source BFS Arealstatistik

Settlement9.0%

Agriculture61.9%

Forest29.0%

Water0.0%

Election Results

Mitte led the 2023 National Council election with 35.0%, ahead of SVP at 27.5%.

Source BFS

Mitte

35.0%

SVP

27.5%+2.2 pp

FDP

17.0%−3.0 pp

SP

10.3%+1.7 pp

Grüne

4.7%−2.6 pp

GLP

3.1%−0.3 pp

EVP

0.3%−0.3 pp

Others

0.0%

2023 vs 2019

Primary / second-home mix

90.0% of dwellings are primary residences; 10.0% are second homes (2026).

Source BFS

Primary residences90.0%

Second homes10.0%

Climate data

Annual mean 5.7°C with 1'649 mm of rain. Warmest in July (13.9°C), coldest in February (-1.6°C). Station: Napf, 1404 m.

Source MeteoSchweiz

5.7°C

Annual mean

Mean 5.7°C

Rain 1649 mm

Sun ≈137 days

Napf · 1404 m.a.s.l. · 1991–2020 normals

Warming trend

Mean annual temperature at Luzern has risen by +2.4°C between the first 30 observed years (1871–1900) and the most recent (1996–2025).

Source MeteoSchweiz NBCN

+2.4°C

mean 1996–2025 vs. 1871–1900

Luzern · 454 m.a.s.l. · 1871–2025

1 property in Gettnau

Farmhouse with barn as a wellness oasis in idyllic nature

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CHF1'150'000.–

5.5 rooms120 m²

5.5 roomsCHF1'150'000.–120 m²

Weierhüslistrasse, 6142 Gettnau

"Farmhouse with barn as a wellness oasis in idyllic nature"

The property is located in Gettnau, a rural municipality in the canton of Lucerne, a few kilometers northwest of Willisau. The surroundings are characterized by gentle hills and forests, giving the place a quiet and natural atmosphere.This property, situated in an idyllic hillside location, offers families a rare living and residential experience. Surrounded by a spacious private property and its own forest, you will experience the perfect combination of peace, nature, and space for individual design.Upon entering the house, you will be greeted by a bright and airy living and dining area, which creates a welcoming and cozy atmosphere and opens up to the idyllic garden seating area. The well-preserved kitchen offers you plenty of space to indulge in your cooking passion. On the first upper floor, there are three cozy bedrooms and a bathroom with a bathtub, inviting you to relax. The spacious attic offers a variety of uses and provides additional space tailored to your individual needs.Particularly noteworthy are the solitary location with distance to the nearest neighbor, the private water source, and the possibility of horse keeping, including a horse paddock. Additionally, the 4-story barn offers a variety of uses.Furthermore, this property is not subject to the agricultural land law (BGBB) and thus gives you many freedoms in use and design.This property is ideal for all those who want to live and work in a natural environment - with enough space for family, hobby, and individual ideas.Get to know your new home in Gettnau and schedule a viewing appointment today!

More listings in the Gettnau area

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CHF 825'000

4.5 rooms · 102 m²

Grundmühle 9, 6130 Willisau

Charmante 4.5-Zimmer-Doppelhaushälfte mit sonnigem Garten in 6130 Willisau

2.5 km

CHF 790'000

4.5 rooms · 87 m²

6130 Willisau

2.7 km

CHF 990'000

5.5 rooms · 114 m²

Willisauerstrasse 50, 6248 Alberswil

Frequently asked questions

How many houses are available to buy in Gettnau?

1 houses are currently listed to buy in Gettnau on Homematch. The selection updates throughout the day as agencies publish new listings.

Which canton is Gettnau in?

Gettnau is located in the canton of Luzern.

What is the population of Gettnau?

Gettnau has approximately 9'242 residents.

What is the municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Gettnau?

The municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Gettnau is 210% of the cantonal base rate. Note: this is a multiplier of the cantonal income tax, not an effective tax rate.

Frequently asked questions

How many houses are available to buy in Gettnau?

1 houses are currently listed to buy in Gettnau on Homematch. The selection updates throughout the day as agencies publish new listings.

Which canton is Gettnau in?

Gettnau is located in the canton of Luzern.

What is the population of Gettnau?

Gettnau has approximately 9'242 residents.

What is the municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Gettnau?

The municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Gettnau is 210% of the cantonal base rate. Note: this is a multiplier of the cantonal income tax, not an effective tax rate.

1 property in Gettnau

1 / 13

CHF1'150'000.–

5.5 rooms120 m²

5.5 roomsCHF1'150'000.–120 m²

Weierhüslistrasse, 6142 Gettnau

"Farmhouse with barn as a wellness oasis in idyllic nature"

The property is located in Gettnau, a rural municipality in the canton of Lucerne, a few kilometers northwest of Willisau. The surroundings are characterized by gentle hills and forests, giving the place a quiet and natural atmosphere.This property, situated in an idyllic hillside location, offers families a rare living and residential experience. Surrounded by a spacious private property and its own forest, you will experience the perfect combination of peace, nature, and space for individual design.Upon entering the house, you will be greeted by a bright and airy living and dining area, which creates a welcoming and cozy atmosphere and opens up to the idyllic garden seating area. The well-preserved kitchen offers you plenty of space to indulge in your cooking passion. On the first upper floor, there are three cozy bedrooms and a bathroom with a bathtub, inviting you to relax. The spacious attic offers a variety of uses and provides additional space tailored to your individual needs.Particularly noteworthy are the solitary location with distance to the nearest neighbor, the private water source, and the possibility of horse keeping, including a horse paddock. Additionally, the 4-story barn offers a variety of uses.Furthermore, this property is not subject to the agricultural land law (BGBB) and thus gives you many freedoms in use and design.This property is ideal for all those who want to live and work in a natural environment - with enough space for family, hobby, and individual ideas.Get to know your new home in Gettnau and schedule a viewing appointment today!