Thun Population 2026
Thun has a population of 43,723, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇨🇭 Switzerland, located in Bern. Roughly 0.5% of Switzerland's population lives here. It is about 9.5× smaller than Zürich, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,723
Rank in Switzerland
#11
Coordinates
46.75°N, 7.62°E
~560 m elevation · Europe/Zurich
Distance to capital (Bern)
26 km
16 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bern
| City | Population | Rank in Switzerland |
|---|---|---|
| Bern | 121,631 | #5 |
| Biel/Bienne | 55,120 | #10 |
| Köniz | 41,784 | #13 |
| Burgdorf | 16,420 | #60 |
| Steffisburg | 15,709 | #69 |
Cities near Thun
FAQ
What is the population of Thun?
Thun has a population of 43,723 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Switzerland.
What region is Thun in?
Thun is located in Bern, Switzerland.
Is Thun the capital of Switzerland?
No, the capital of Switzerland is Bern, about 26 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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