1 3-room Apartments & Houses for sale in Gimmelwald

Gimmelwald is a small traffic-free village in the Bernese Oberland in the Canton of Bern, Switzerland, and is located between Stechelberg and Mürren, at an elevation of 1363 meters. The village is at the foot of the UNESCO World Heritage site the Jungfrau-Aletsch Protected Area. Gimmelwald is an Allemanic linear village and a Walser settlement first mentioned in a bill of sale in 1346. Because of its very typical and exceptional townscape, Gimmelwald is part of the inventory of Swiss heritage.

Canton: Bern
Area: 164.7 km²

Population

2'331residents

Median taxable income

CHF 56'731

Vacancy

0.14%

Foreign residents

31.5%

Dwellings

3'571

Jobs (FTE)

2'205

Tax multiplier

184%

Land use across the commune

Every 100 × 100 m of Gimmelwald, 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

2'205 full-time-equivalent jobs across 362 businesses — services make up 85% of employment, industry 9% (2018).

Source BFS STATENT

2'205FTE total

Primary5.4%

Secondary9.3%

Tertiary85.4%

Land use

1% built-up, 22% agricultural, 18% forest. Measured across 16'465 hectares (2018).

Source BFS Arealstatistik

Settlement3.4%

Agriculture52.7%

Forest43.9%

Water0.0%

Election Results

SVP led the 2023 National Council election with 42.9%, ahead of SP at 14.4%.

Source BFS

SVP

42.9%+3.0 pp

SP

14.4%+2.1 pp

Mitte

10.1%

GLP

9.8%+0.7 pp

FDP

7.2%−2.7 pp

EDU

4.8%+2.1 pp

Grüne

3.4%−2.8 pp

Others

3.7%

2023 vs 2019

Primary / second-home mix

38.6% of dwellings are primary residences; 61.4% are second homes (2026). The Zweitwohnungsgesetz applies here — new second-home construction is restricted.

Source BFS

Primary residences38.6%

Second homes61.4%

Second-home quota > 20% — Zweitwohnungsgesetz applies

Climate data

Annual mean -6.7°C with — mm of rain. Warmest in August (0.6°C), coldest in February (-13.3°C). Station: Jungfraujoch, 3571 m.

Source MeteoSchweiz

-6.7°C

Annual mean

Mean -6.7°C

Sun ≈148 days

Jungfraujoch · 3571 m.a.s.l. · 1991–2020 normals

Warming trend

Mean annual temperature at Jungfraujoch has risen by +1.4°C between the first 30 observed years (1933–1962) and the most recent (1996–2025).

Source MeteoSchweiz NBCN

+1.4°C

mean 1996–2025 vs. 1933–1962

Jungfraujoch · 3571 m.a.s.l. · 1933–2025

1 property in Gimmelwald

Charming 3-room holiday apartment with panoramic views in Gimmelwald near Mürren

3 days ago

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CHF445'000.–

3 rooms65 m²

3 roomsCHF445'000.–65 m²

3826 Gimmelwald

"Charming 3-room holiday apartment with panoramic views in Gimmelwald near Mürren"

Arrive, unwind, and enjoy the mountain world: This cozy holiday apartment in the car-free mountain village of Gimmelwald near Mürren is the perfect retreat for those seeking peace, nature, and genuine Alpine idyll. Surrounded by hiking trails and with breathtaking views of the Jungfrau massif and the surrounding mountain world, you will experience genuine relaxation far from everyday life.The 3-room attic apartment is located in the Chalet Brünli with two storey units and offers approximately 65 m² of living space with a cozy living and dining area, open kitchen, bathroom, and two bedrooms. The bright lounge with large panoramic windows and a unique view towards the Jungfrau and Scheidegg is particularly impressive. The Swedish stove provides warm comfort and heats the entire apartment in a traditional and cozy way with wood. A boiler is responsible for the hot water supply. Additionally, a jointly used basement room and an attic under the roof are available, which can be reached via a portable ladder. The small garden can be used by both storey owners.The apartment has been continuously maintained and is ideal as a holiday apartment for couples or small families who are looking for a place where peace and genuine mountain atmosphere are the focus.Gimmelwald can only be reached by cable car and is one of the most original mountain villages in Switzerland. The proximity to the Mürren-Schilthorn ski and hiking area makes the location particularly attractive in both summer and winter.Highlights:- Car-free mountain village with unique peace- Breathtaking views of the Alps- Cozy living area with Swedish stove- Two bedrooms- Ideal as a holiday apartment- Close to hiking and skiing areas- Continuously maintained conditionInterested? Please fill out the contact form and I will send you the detailed sales documentation for this special holiday apartment afterwards.

More listings in the Gimmelwald area

4.3 km

CHF 1'750'000

3.5 rooms · 91 m²

3825 Mürren

Schlössli Waldegg Stilvolle Ferienwohnungen mit Geschichte - nur noch 1 Wohnung verfügbar!

8.2 km

CHF 1'780'000

3.5 rooms · 136 m²

Ledi 1219, 3823 Wengen

8.9 km

CHF 1'400'000

3.5 rooms · 85 m²

3823 Wengen

Frequently asked questions

How many apartments & houses are available to buy in Gimmelwald?

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

Which canton is Gimmelwald in?

Gimmelwald is located in the canton of Bern.

What is the population of Gimmelwald?

Gimmelwald has approximately 2'331 residents.

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

The municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Gimmelwald is 184% 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 apartments & houses are available to buy in Gimmelwald?

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

Which canton is Gimmelwald in?

Gimmelwald is located in the canton of Bern.

What is the population of Gimmelwald?

Gimmelwald has approximately 2'331 residents.

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

The municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Gimmelwald is 184% of the cantonal base rate. Note: this is a multiplier of the cantonal income tax, not an effective tax rate.

1 property in Gimmelwald

3 days ago

1 / 13

CHF445'000.–

3 rooms65 m²

3 roomsCHF445'000.–65 m²

3826 Gimmelwald

"Charming 3-room holiday apartment with panoramic views in Gimmelwald near Mürren"

Arrive, unwind, and enjoy the mountain world: This cozy holiday apartment in the car-free mountain village of Gimmelwald near Mürren is the perfect retreat for those seeking peace, nature, and genuine Alpine idyll. Surrounded by hiking trails and with breathtaking views of the Jungfrau massif and the surrounding mountain world, you will experience genuine relaxation far from everyday life.The 3-room attic apartment is located in the Chalet Brünli with two storey units and offers approximately 65 m² of living space with a cozy living and dining area, open kitchen, bathroom, and two bedrooms. The bright lounge with large panoramic windows and a unique view towards the Jungfrau and Scheidegg is particularly impressive. The Swedish stove provides warm comfort and heats the entire apartment in a traditional and cozy way with wood. A boiler is responsible for the hot water supply. Additionally, a jointly used basement room and an attic under the roof are available, which can be reached via a portable ladder. The small garden can be used by both storey owners.The apartment has been continuously maintained and is ideal as a holiday apartment for couples or small families who are looking for a place where peace and genuine mountain atmosphere are the focus.Gimmelwald can only be reached by cable car and is one of the most original mountain villages in Switzerland. The proximity to the Mürren-Schilthorn ski and hiking area makes the location particularly attractive in both summer and winter.Highlights:- Car-free mountain village with unique peace- Breathtaking views of the Alps- Cozy living area with Swedish stove- Two bedrooms- Ideal as a holiday apartment- Close to hiking and skiing areas- Continuously maintained conditionInterested? Please fill out the contact form and I will send you the detailed sales documentation for this special holiday apartment afterwards.