Riehen Population 2026
Riehen has a population of 20,000, making it the #40 biggest city in 🇨🇭 Switzerland, located in Basel-City. Roughly 0.2% of Switzerland's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Zürich, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,000
Rank in Switzerland
#40
Coordinates
47.58°N, 7.65°E
~280 m elevation · Europe/Zurich
Distance to capital (Bern)
72 km
45 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Basel-City
| City | Population | Rank in Switzerland |
|---|---|---|
| Basel | 177,595 | #3 |
Cities near Riehen
FAQ
What is the population of Riehen?
Riehen has a population of 20,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #40 biggest city in Switzerland.
What region is Riehen in?
Riehen is located in Basel-City, Switzerland.
Is Riehen the capital of Switzerland?
No, the capital of Switzerland is Bern, about 72 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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