Obersimmental-Saanen (administrative district) facts for kids
The Obersimmental-Saanen area is a special administrative district in Switzerland. It is located in the Canton of Bern, which is like a state or region in Switzerland. This district covers about 575 square kilometers and includes 7 different towns and villages, called municipalities.
Exploring Obersimmental-Saanen's Towns
This district is home to several interesting municipalities. Each one has its own unique features and a special coat of arms. Below is a list of these towns, showing their population in December 2014 and their size.
| Flag | Name | Population (Dec 2014) | Area in km² |
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Boltigen | 1,301 | 77.01 |
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Gsteig bei Gstaad | 971 | 62.37 |
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Lauenen | 812 | 58.71 |
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Lenk | 2,427 | 126.18 |
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Saanen | 6,909 | 119.71 |
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St. Stephan | 1,342 | 57.79 |
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Zweisimmen | 3,015 | 73.11 |
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