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Overview of Uri Region (Uri)
Uri Region (Uri) is located in the Uri region of Switzerland, with its prefectural capital at Altdorf (UR). Key sights and travel highlights across the prefecture include Historic Altstadt / Old Town, Panoramic mountain & lake views, Marked SwitzerlandMobility hiking trails, Local heritage museum.
How to get to Uri Region
Connected via hourly SBB CFF FFS rail and PostBus services; fully covered by the Swiss Travel Pass. Use our SBB CFF FFS & Panoramic Alpine Railways Fare & Route Calculator and Rail Pass Value Helper to compare rail tickets and regional passes.
Signature local food in Uri
When visiting cities across Uri, look out for these regional specialties at station restaurants, markets, and local izakaya:
- Cheese fondue
- Raclette
- Rösti
- Bircher muesli
- Swiss artisanal chocolate
Best time to visit Uri
Best time to visit Uri: Jun–Sep (summer trails), Dec–Mar (winter sports).
All 4 cities & municipalities in Uri Region
Click any city below for its individual travel guide, demographics, rail access, food specialties, and nearby stops:
| City (Kanji) | Type / Status | Population | Area | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altdorf (UR) Altdorf (UR) (BFS 1201) | Municipality (Gemeinde / Commune) | 9,537 | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Schattdorf Schattdorf (BFS 1213) | Municipality (Gemeinde / Commune) | 5,413 | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Bürglen (UR) Bürglen (UR) (BFS 1205) | Municipality (Gemeinde / Commune) | 3,995 | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Erstfeld Erstfeld (BFS 1206) | Municipality (Gemeinde / Commune) | 3,845 | Regional km² | City guide → |