Categories in Lenk im Simmental
Clothing storesAssociation or OrganizationClubArchitectsCarpenterConstruction of buildingsFlooring ContractorRoofing contractorTile ContractorEducationTourist AttractionBakeriesBars, pubs and tavernsGrocery stores and supermarketsRestaurantsSwiss RestaurantSki Rental ServiceBanksPhysiotherapyBeauty salonsHair SalonMassageSaunaBusiness Management ConsultantBusiness to Business ServiceCorporate Entities & OfficesApartment BuildingHoliday ApartmentHoliday Apartment RentalReal Estate AgencyGondola Lift StationHiking AreaSki hillsSki SchoolSporting Goods StoreSports AssociationBed and breakfastsChaletCottageElectric Vehicle Charging StationHoliday HomeHotelsHotels and motelsIndoor LodgingLodgingMountain Cable CarTravel AgencyVacation Home Rental Agency
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Lenk im Simmental
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Other accommodation | 83 | 80 years |
| Restaurants | 37 | — |
| Buses and trains | 25 | — |
| Construction of buildings | 20 | — |
| Hotels and motels | 15 | — |
| Travel agencies | 13 | — |
| Corporate management | 13 | 38 years |
| Shopping | 11 | — |
| Holiday homes, cabins and resorts | 11 | — |
| Bars, pubs and taverns | 10 | — |
| Apartments | 10 | — |
| Real estate | 10 | — |
| All food and beverage | 9 | — |
Lenk im Simmental Facts
| Area | 2.1 km² |
| Population | 893 |
| Male Population | 444 (49.8%) |
| Female Population | 449 (50.2%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | -63.0% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | -52.1% |
| Median Age | 42.9 years (Male: 42, Female: 43.9) |
| GDP per capita (PPP) | $57,731 (2022) |
| Area Codes | 33 |
| Neighborhoods | Lenk im Simmental |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Central European Summer Time |
| Lat & Lng | 46.45826, 7.44298 |
| Postal Codes | 3775 |
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Lenk im Simmental Population
Years 1975 to 2030
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 | 2025* | 2030* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,415 | 1,988 | 1,864 | 1,578 | 893 | 900 | 905 |
| Population Density | 1,136.5 / km² | 935.5 / km² | 877.2 / km² | 742.6 / km² | 420.2 / km² | 423.5 / km² | 425.9 / km² |
* Projected
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up gridLenk im Simmental Population change from 2000 to 2020
Decrease of 52.1% from year 2000 to 2020
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenk im Simmental | -63% | -55.1% | -52.1% |
| Canton of Bern | — | — | — |
| Switzerland | — | — | — |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Lenk im Simmental Median Age
Median Age: 42.9 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenk im Simmental | 42.9 yrs | 43.9 yrs | 42 yrs |
| Canton of Bern | 43.1 yrs | 44.2 yrs | 41.9 yrs |
| Switzerland | 41.4 yrs | 42.3 yrs | 40.5 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Lenk im Simmental Population Density
Population Density: 420 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenk im Simmental | 893 | 2.125 km² | 420 / km² |
| Canton of Bern | 1 million | 5,959.3 km² | 168 / km² |
| Switzerland | 8.3 million | 41,281.4 km² | 200 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Lenk im Simmental Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 0 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Lenk im Simmental
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Lenk im Simmental
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Lenk im Simmental Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
GDP per capita, PPP (constant 2017 international $)
| Data | 1990 | 1995 | 2000 | 2005 | 2010 | 2015 | 2020 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GDP per capita | $35,103 | $36,782 | $38,374 | $39,927 | $44,888 | $46,685 | $52,248 | $57,731 |
| Total GDP | $72M | $79M | $82.4M | $87.6M | $103M | $112.4M | $128.5M | $142.6M |
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Kosonen, M. & Masoumzadeh Sayyar, S. Downscaled gridded global dataset for gross domestic product (GDP) per capita PPP over 1990–2022. Sci Data 12, 178 (2025) doi:10.1038/s41597-025-04487-x
Lenk im Simmental CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenk im Simmental | 10,282 tn | 11.51 tn | 4,838.8 tons/km² |
| Canton of Bern | 11,545,399 tn | 11.5 tn | 1,937.4 tons/km² |
| Switzerland | 96,432,235 tn | 11.67 tn | 2,336 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Lenk im Simmental CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 10,282 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 11.51 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 4,838.8 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | High (8) |
| Earthquake | Medium (4) |
| Landslide | Medium (6) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University, and Norwegian Geotechnical Institute - NGI. 2005. Global Landslide Hazard Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4P848VZ.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/1/17 | 8:10 AM | 4.1 | 34.5 km | 1,590 m | 7km E of Chatel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 10/24/16 | 2:44 PM | 4.4 | 11.1 km | 5,760 m | 6km NW of Leukerbad, Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 1/8/11 | 11:32 PM | 3 | 21.2 km | 4,700 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 1/8/11 | 8:48 PM | 3.4 | 17.8 km | 6,600 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 6/17/08 | 7:48 PM | 3.5 | 17.7 km | 4,800 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 4/1/07 | 12:22 AM | 3 | 47.8 km | 2,000 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 11/8/06 | 2:19 PM | 3 | 37.2 km | 0 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 8/16/06 | 3:05 PM | 3.3 | 49.7 km | 7,000 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 3/18/06 | 10:49 PM | 3 | 27.9 km | 3,000 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
| 5/19/05 | 2:56 PM | 3 | 28.9 km | 2,000 m | Switzerland | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Lenk im Simmental
Lenk im Simmental (or simply Lenk) is a municipality in the Obersimmental-Saanen administrative district in the canton of Bern in Switzerland.
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