Location
Oberägeri in the canton of Zug, with approximately 6'000 residents, is tucked away from the hustle and bustle, yet still close to the city, in an idyllic spot on the northern shores of Lake Ägeri. At an elevation of 724 meters above sea level, it is usually above the fog line. In Switzerland’s most beautiful valley of the Alpine foothills, the exceptional residential neighborhoods here enjoy an unparalleled panoramic view. Zurich, Zug and Lucerne are all located within a convenient distance by car.
Transportation
The national freeways heading to Basel or Chiasso (A2), Chur and Zurich (A3), and Zug or Lucerne (A4), can all be reached within 20 minutes by car. A 20-minute drive also gets you to Zug (13 km), while three-quarters of an hour by car is all you need to reach Zurich (35 km). The drive to Lucerne takes 42 minutes (45 km).
Schools
The children of Oberägeri benefit from a superior range of educational services from elementary to tertiary-level schooling. They may also choose to attend gymnasiums (college preparatory-type schools) in Zug and Menzingen.
Shopping
The town has everything you may desire for everyday needs. The Coop Supermarket, as well as the bakery, butcher, and dairy in Oberägeri regularly display the fresh specialties du jour.
Recreation
Lake Ägeri features attractive facilities along its shores. In addition, a 10-minute drive by car or on public transportation takes resident and visitor alike to the Raten, Sattel-Hochstuckli and Nollen ski and recreational resorts, which promise exiting recreational opportunities in winter and summer. The “am Raten” and “Gottschalkenberg” high-altitude trails promise hikers an unforgettable hiking and biking experience. Countless associations and clubs, neighborhood street fairs and the “Wuchemärt” are a testament to the proud sense of community here.
Restaurants
In Oberägeri, there is an above-average selection of taverns, inns and diners that serve a diverse array of cuisines. Of the more than 20 restaurants here, “Hirschen” enjoys a popular reputation extending even beyond the boundaries of the region.
