Bichwil is a village in the municipality of Oberuzwil in the canton of St. Gallen with around 950 inhabitants. It is located quietly and scenically in the hilly landscape south of Uzwil, away from the main traffic routes, and is today particularly a popular residential area for commuters.
Residential Quality
Bichwil offers a high quality of living, characterized by a rural and nature-oriented environment, a village character, and proximity to local recreation areas such as the Bettenauerweiher. The quiet location, modern residential neighborhoods, and manageable size ensure a pleasant neighborhood and high quality of life. The infrastructures, including renovated school buildings and leisure facilities, are above average. The municipality places great importance on qualitative development and a warm, open atmosphere.
Education
Children from Bichwil are taught in the local kindergarten and primary school. For secondary education (secondary school/real), there is the Oberstufenzentrum Schützengarten in the neighboring Oberuzwil, which accommodates all secondary school students from Bichwil. The educational offerings are integrative and individually supportive; supplementary day structures and modern school buildings complement the offerings.
Transport
Bichwil is well accessible by public transport with a post bus line (Flawil-Niederuzwil) at half-hour intervals. Although somewhat off the main roads, the village benefits from the favorable traffic location of the overall municipality of Oberuzwil, which is close to economic locations such as Uzwil and Wil and is well connected via cantonal roads and highway access.
Leisure
A diverse range of leisure activities is available both in Bichwil and in the overall municipality. The nearby local recreation area Bettenauerweiher invites for walks and relaxation. Sports fields, an indoor and outdoor pool, as well as several gymnasiums are available in the overall municipality. Furthermore, there is an active club life with numerous village and sports clubs that shape the cultural and social life.
Bichwil uniquely combines rural idyll with advanced infrastructure and proximity to urban centers - ideal conditions for families, commuters, and those seeking peace.
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9248 Bichwil (SG)