Einsiedeln
(Einsiedeln · Einsiedeln · Айнзидельн)District (Bezirk) · Administrative level 6 · Schwyz
Cities & Towns
Showing top 30 of 16 placesThe district of Einsiedeln spans 110 km² and contains 1 municipalities. Its estimated population of 12 622 gives a density of 115 /km² The most populous place is Einsiedeln (12 622 residents). Hover over municipalities on the map to explore the district.
Maps & Downloads
SVG · PNG · 600 pxEinsiedeln district map with municipality boundaries, Switzerland
District outline with municipality boundaries
Schwyz canton map with Einsiedeln district highlighted, Switzerland
District highlighted in its canton context
Municipalities / Gemeinden
1 municipalitiesEinsiedeln contains 1 municipality (Gemeinden). The largest is Einsiedeln at 110 km² Einsiedeln has the most mapped buildings (5 964 in OSM).
| Municipality | Population | Area km² | Buildings | Postcodes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Einsiedeln | 12 622 | 110 | 5 964 | 6 | - |
Postcodes
6 postcode areasThe district of Einsiedeln is served by 6 postcode areas covering roughly 221 km² with a total of 6 424 mapped buildings. Postcodes in Einsiedeln begin with the digit 8 (i.e.), placing the district in this Swiss postal zone. The most built-up postcode is 8840, with approximately 2 098 buildings. The map colours each postcode area by its numerical code, with lower codes in blue/purple and higher codes in orange.
| # | Code | Name | Buildings | Population | Area km² | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | 2 098 | 4 836 | 34.78 | View → | |
| 2 | - | 387 | 618 | 5.4 | View → | |
| 3 | - | 279 | 4 416 | 10.57 | View → | |
| 4 | - | 220 | 2 374 | 20.75 | View → | |
| 5 | - | 123 | 2 928 | 11.19 | View → | |
| 6 | - | 105 | 3 996 | 27.64 | View → |
Einsiedeln has 34 mapped postal facilities: 4 post offices, 28 post boxes, 2 parcel lockers. Swiss Post (Die Schweizerische Post) runs a dense network of branches and automated MyPost 24 parcel lockers across the district.
Transport
5 lines · 10 routesClick any route on the map to see details.
Einsiedeln's public transport network covers 102.0 km across 5 lines and 10 routes, operated by 2 operators.
Full transport detailsDensity by Municipality
actual Gemeinde bordersHover over a municipality to see exact values.
Heraldry
Coat of ArmsThe official heraldic symbols of Einsiedeln district. Images are sourced from Wikimedia Commons and can be downloaded in SVG and PNG formats.
Frequently Asked Questions about Einsiedeln
Quick answersWhat is the main town of Einsiedeln district?
Einsiedeln does not have a separately designated main town in our data.
Which canton does Einsiedeln belong to?
Einsiedeln is a district (Bezirk) within the canton of Schwyz, one of the 26 cantons of Switzerland.
Is Einsiedeln a district or a city?
Einsiedeln is a district (Bezirk) in the canton of Schwyz in Switzerland. Districts sit between the canton level and the municipality (Gemeinde) level and are used for administrative, judicial, and statistical purposes.
What is the population of Einsiedeln?
Einsiedeln district has a population of about 12 622 residents, giving a population density of 115 people per km².
How large is Einsiedeln district?
Einsiedeln covers a total area of 110 km² (about 42 square miles).
How many municipalities are in Einsiedeln?
Einsiedeln district contains 1 municipality (Gemeinden): Einsiedeln
What postal codes are used in Einsiedeln?
Einsiedeln has 6 postal code areas. Swiss postal codes are 4 digits long; codes here typically begin with 8.
How many buildings are in Einsiedeln?
According to OpenStreetMap data, Einsiedeln district has 5 964 mapped buildings, a density of 54 buildings per km².