Köchlin
Köchlin is a municipality in the district of Bern-Mittelland in the canton of Bern in Switzerland. It is located in the Bernese Mittelland region, approximately 15 kilometers east of the city of Bern. The municipality was first mentioned in 1237 as "Cochlins". The name Köchlin is believed to derive from the Old High German word "kochila," meaning "a place with a koch," which refers to a type of water bird.
The municipality covers an area of 10.5 square kilometers. As of the 2020 census, it has a
Köchlin is known for its agricultural landscape, which includes vineyards and orchards. The municipality is also
The municipality is served by the Köchlin railway station, which is located on the standard gauge Bern–Neuchâtel
In recent years, Köchlin has seen an increase in tourism, with visitors drawn to the municipality's natural