Land plotCHF 1,780,000
Le Chenit
7 bd 4 ba 400 m²
Land for Sale in Switzerland: Building Plots and Zoning Basics
835 land currently listed for sale in Switzerland.
Land for sale in Switzerland
24 properties shown
Land plot
Land plotCHF 2,150,000
Eiken
5 bd 4 ba 479 m²
Land plotCHF 2,100,000
L'Isle
8 bd 8 ba 360 m²
Land plotCHF 1,450,000
Icogne
4 bd 2 ba 170 m²
Land plotCHF 3,900,000
Rue
7 bd 5 ba 450 m²
CHF 800,538
Croglio
5 bd 1 ba 168 m²
CHF 4,608,523
Geneva (District)
6 bd 3 ba 220 m²
CHF 2,554,725
Oppens
10 bd 4 ba 247 m²
CHF 803,080
Croglio
5 bd 1 ba 168 m²
Land plotCHF 1,950,000
Châtel-Saint-Denis
5 bd 7 ba 227 m²
Land plotCHF 1,800,000
Reisiswil
3 bd 2 ba 175 m²
Land plotCHF 4,500,000
Surpierre
8 bd 6 ba 525 m²
Land plotCHF 3,900,000
Rue
7 bd 5 ba 450 m²
Land plotCHF 2,400,000
Bossonnens
5 bd 2 ba 281 m²
Land plotCHF 1,200,000
Chavannes-des-Bois
6 bd 2 ba
CHF 1,997,663
Bourg-en-Lavaux
5 bd 1 ba
Land plotCHF 2,590,000
Ropraz
12 bd 5 ba
Land plotCHF 2,590,000
Ropraz
12 bd 5 ba
CHF 1,156,777
Biasca
3 bd 860 m²
CHF 695,467
Langenthal
5 bd 110 m²
CHF 725,487
Pura
14 bd 1,124 m²
CHF 370,249
Cademario
4 bd 300 m²
CHF 680,457
Pura
12 bd 849 m²
CHF 200,134
Giornico
10 bd 315 m²
Land in Switzerland
There are 833 land listings in Switzerland among the 13,129 current properties on RealEstateAbroad. Swiss building land is scarce and tightly zoned, and for foreign buyers it is one of the hardest categories to acquire.
What plots cost
The country-wide median asking price is €1,275,769 and the median per m² is €8,572, which reflects mainly built property. A plot's price depends on whether it lies in a building zone, its servicing and slope. Prices near Lake Geneva and Zurich can be far higher than the median per m² of the market. Land priced below the market could be farmland or forest, which is not buildable.
Foreigners and land
Lex Koller restricts non-resident purchases of building land for development, except for own business use. Agricultural land is off-limits to most buyers under separate farmland law. Residents with settled status can buy plots for building a main home. Your notary should verify authorisation before you sign.
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Where plots are advertised
Lugano, Collina d'Oro, Sion and Lausanne regions have mixed offers. For finished options, see villas, houses or the Switzerland overview.
Checks before buying land
- Confirm the plot is in a building zone and obtain the zoning certificate.
- Ask about the building ratio and height limits.
- Check servitudes, right-of-way, hazard zones and groundwater protection.
- Pre-clear the project with the municipality, which may take months.
- Fund the build: see the financing guide and the mortgage calculator.
What building a house really involves
Buying a plot is only the first step. After purchase you need an architect, a building application published for neighbours to challenge, and a licensed contractor, all under cantonal energy and safety codes. Utility connections and access roads can add a surprising amount to the budget on sloping sites. Expect the process from plot to move-in to take well over a year even when everything goes smoothly. If that sounds heavy, a finished property is usually less risky, and it may be the only route open to you as a foreign buyer in any case.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Frequently asked questions
Can I buy Swiss land as a foreigner living abroad?
Generally not for development or investment. Exceptions exist, so ask a Swiss lawyer.
What is a building zone?
A municipal zoning category that allows construction. Land outside it is typically agricultural, forest or protected.
How long does a building permit take?
Often several months, longer if neighbours object. Plan for delays.
Are there taxes on land gains?
Yes. Cantons levy property gains tax on sellers, often declining with holding period.
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Property types in Switzerland
- Apartments for sale(6,381)
- Houses for sale(4,466)
- Commercial Property for sale(1,279)
- Villas for sale(900)
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Popular cities in Switzerland
- Lugano(478)
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- Geneva(254)
- Lausanne(174)
- Sion(174)
- Montreux(170)
- Zürich(106)
- Collina d'Oro(95)