Brantschen

Brantschen is a municipality in the district of Münchwilen in the canton of Thurgau in Switzerland. The municipality has a total area of 7.1 square kilometers. The elevation of Brantschen ranges from approximately 625 to 680 meters above sea level.

The population of Brantschen is relatively small, with a total of 847 inhabitants as of 2018. The population density is approximately 119 inhabitants per square kilometer. The municipality has a distinct dialect and is part of the Murten Oberlander dialect group.

Brantschen has a total of 19 properties with postal addresses, indicating a relatively low level of urbanization. Agriculture is an important economic sector in Brantschen, with pastures and fields making up a significant portion of the municipality's land use.

The municipality has a public kindergarten with 15 places and a school with 39 places, providing education to the local children. Public transportation options are limited, but regular bus services connect Brantschen to neighboring towns.

The area surrounding Brantschen is characterized by agricultural land use and scattered settlements. The municipality is situated within the Thurgau region, an area known for its agricultural production and picturesque landscape. Brantschen's administrational location within the Münchwilen district allows for participation in local and regional politics and organization.

Erected in 1822, Brantschen has had a municipal church since the 13th century. Local football and soccer sports clubs allow for various recreational activities and community engagement.