Stans - Hôpital de Nidwald
Nidwalden, Switzerland — 1.5 km
Stans
🇨🇭 Nidwalden · Switzerland — Altitude 1851 m
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This live camera looks over Stans, the capital of the canton of Nidwalden in central Switzerland. Watch the town and its surroundings in real time, and check the local weather before planning a trip into the Alpine foothills around Lake Lucerne.
About Stans and its setting
Stans is a small town in the canton of Nidwalden, set in the Lucerne region of central Switzerland. The town sits at roughly 1,850 metres above sea level, with the lakes and mountains of central Switzerland close by. It is best known as the cantonal seat and as a base for walkers and cyclists exploring the Alpine foothills. The landscape mixes meadows, forest and steep peaks, which gives the valley a quiet, traditional character.
What you can follow on the camera
The stream is a mountain view, so the picture changes most with the weather and the light. Clear mornings often bring the best visibility of the surrounding slopes, while late afternoon can soften the colours of the meadows. Cloud and mist can roll down the valley at short notice, so the view may look very different from one hour to the next. Check the live weather block on this page before you expect a clear panorama.
Practical notes and nearby cameras
Stans has a mild Alpine climate with warm summers and cold, often snowy winters. Late spring through early autumn is generally the most comfortable time for walking. The town is easy to reach by road and rail from Lucerne. Nearby on VizCams you can also view the hospital in Stans, Buochs airport, a steamboat on Lake Lucerne, and the pilgrimage house at Maria-Rickenbach.
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About this camera
What is the weather in Stans right now?
The current conditions and a three-day forecast for Stans are shown in the live weather block on this page. The data is updated automatically, so you can check it before deciding whether the view will be clear.
What time is it in Stans?
The local time in Stans, which follows the Swiss time zone, is shown on this page. It updates live, so you can compare it with your own time before you watch.
Where exactly is the Stans camera located?
Stans lies in the canton of Nidwalden in central Switzerland, at about 1,850 metres altitude. The map on this page marks the camera position and shows its surroundings.
When is the best time to watch the Stans webcam?
Clear mornings and late afternoons often give the best light on the surrounding slopes. Cloud and mist can change the view quickly, so watching in good weather is usually most rewarding.
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