Englisberg (former municipality in the canton of Bern, Switzerland)

Location and geography

The village lies in a gently rolling landscape of the Swiss plateau, characterized by mixed fields and stands of forest. Its geographic coordinates are given as 46°53′N 7°28′E (46.883°N 7.467°E). The surrounding terrain makes it suitable for walking and low-intensity outdoor recreation.

Administrative history

Historically part of the Seftigen district, Englisberg ceased to exist as an independent municipality on 1 January 2004 when it merged with the neighboring village of Zimmerwald. The two communities combined to form the new municipality called Wald — a name reflecting the local wooded landscape and a common practice in Swiss municipal reorganizations to improve administrative efficiency.

Local character and connections

Englisberg retained the character of a small Swiss village: clustered houses, family farms, and local roads linking residents to nearby towns. It is situated close to Zimmerwald, a place known for the 1915 Zimmerwald Conference; Englisberg’s proximity contributes to the shared cultural and historical context of the area.

Key facts

• Former district: Seftigen
• Merger date: 1 January 2004 (with Zimmerwald)
• New municipality: Wald
• Coordinates: 46°53′N 7°28′E (46.883°N 7.467°E)

Today Englisberg is generally referenced as a locality within the municipality of Wald, and it remains part of the broader cultural landscape of the canton of Bern. For administrative matters, local services and contemporary maps, consult resources provided by the canton or the municipal authority of Wald.