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Wald
Village of Englisberg, south-eastern view towards the Gantrisch.jpg
Coat of arms of Wald
Coat of arms
Wald is located in Switzerland
Wald
Wald
Location in Switzerland
Wald is located in Canton of Bern
Wald
Wald
Location in Canton of Bern
Country Switzerland
Canton Bern
District Bern-Mittelland
Area
 • Total 13.3 km2 (5.1 sq mi)
Elevation
(Zimmerwald)
 840 m (2,760 ft)
Population
 (Dec 2020 )
 • Total 1,160
 • Density 87.2/km2 (225.9/sq mi)
Postal code
3086
Localities Englisberg (with Kühlewil and Unterer Wald), Zimmerwald (with Willishalten, "Bei der Kirche", Niederhäusern, Winzenried, Oberer Wald, Waldhof, Obermuhlern, Egg, Bumishus)
Surrounded by Belp, Kehrsatz, Köniz, Niedermuhlern, Oberbalm, Toffen

Wald is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Bern-Mittelland area of Berne, Switzerland. Think of a municipality like a local community or town with its own government. Berne is one of Switzerland's larger regions, known as a canton.

This municipality was created on January 1, 2004. Before that, two smaller places, Englisberg and Zimmerwald, decided to join together to form the new municipality of Wald.

What is Wald Like?

Wald is a peaceful place in the Swiss countryside. It is known for its beautiful views and quiet atmosphere. The area has a mix of small villages and scattered farms.

Where is Wald Located?

Wald is in the canton of Berne, which is in the western part of Switzerland. It is part of the Bern-Mittelland administrative district. This district helps manage local services for many towns in the area.

How Big is Wald?

The municipality of Wald covers an area of about 13.3 square kilometers (about 5.1 square miles). It is home to a few thousand people. The main language spoken here is German.

What Villages Make Up Wald?

Wald is made up of several smaller villages and hamlets. The two main parts are Englisberg and Zimmerwald. Other small areas include Kühlewil, Unterer Wald, Willishalten, Niederhäusern, and Obermuhlern. Each of these places adds to the unique feel of the municipality.

Gallery

  • Englisberg - southwestern view

    Englisberg

  • Zimmerwald Stimmungsbild mit Kirche

    Church of Zimmerwald

Images for kids

  • Englisberg Speicher Nr.4 (3)

    Granary in Englisberg

  • Zimmerwald beausejour

    Hotel und Pension de Beau Séjour, Zimmerwald, dated 1865

  • Zimmerwald Obermuhlern Brönni Bezirk

    Hamlet of Brönni, Obermuhlern, village of Zimmerwald

  • Zimmerwald entrance

    Village entrance of Zimmerwald

  • Zimmerwald Wirtshaus zum Leuen

    The "Leuen", the local tavern and inn of Zimmerwald, built in 1840

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