Key points at a glance
This page is written for residents of Schmitten, in the canton of Fribourg, who want to understand, compare and optimise their health insurance. Basic health insurance (KVG/LAMal) is compulsory, and by law its benefits are identical at every insurer: in Schmitten, the real way to save is choosing the insurer, the deductible and the insurance model — not cutting cover.
Your premium depends on your FOPH/OFSP premium region (region 2 of the canton of Fribourg), never on your health: for basic insurance, every insurer must accept you. Schmitten has roughly 4’035 residents — and every insured person is free to choose their own insurer. Below you will find the real 2026 premiums for Schmitten, the main pitfalls to avoid and a free comparison. Neighbouring municipalities have their own pages too: Wünnewil-Flamatt (3 km), Tavel (4 km), Guin (5 km).
Schmitten at a glance: your local context
Schmitten, a municipality of roughly 4’035 residents in the canton of Fribourg, has its own profile when it comes to health insurance. For health insurance premiums, Schmitten belongs to FOPH premium region 2 of the canton of Fribourg. Two neighbouring municipalities can sit in different premium regions — and therefore pay noticeably different premiums for identical benefits. Always compare for your exact municipality of residence, not a cantonal average.
- Population: roughly 4’035
- Canton: Fribourg
- Basic-insurance premium region (FOPH/OFSP): region 2
- Postal code (NPA): 3185
- Federal municipality number (BFS): 2305
Applying for premium subsidies around Schmitten: compare neighbouring municipalities
Around Schmitten, every neighbouring municipality has its own page on the topic — useful if a move is coming up or if you are weighing several locations:
- Applying for premium subsidies in Wünnewil-Flamatt — 3.1 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Tavel — 4.5 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Guin — 4.5 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Heitenried — 4.8 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Bösingen — 5.7 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Laupen — 5.7 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Ueberstorf — 6.2 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Neuenegg — 6.7 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Kleinbösingen — 6.7 km away
- Applying for premium subsidies in Kriechenwil — 7.3 km away
Health insurance premiums 2026 in Schmitten: the real numbers
In Schmitten, an adult with a 300 CHF deductible pays between 450 and 618 francs a month for basic insurance depending on the insurer — even though the benefits are, by law, exactly the same everywhere. For identical cover, the gap between the cheapest and the most expensive insurer reaches up to 2’010 francs a year. The lowest adult premium there comes with the "alternative model" model.
| Profile | Deductible 300 CHF | Deductible 2’500 CHF |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (26 and over) | 450 – 618 CHF | from 337 CHF |
| Young adults (19–25) | 329 – 523 CHF | from 212 CHF |
| Children (0–18) | 30 – 149 CHF | — |
That is exactly what our comparison does: it ranks the 73 insurers active in Schmitten from the cheapest to the most expensive offer — by age, deductible and chosen model, without touching your benefits.
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Basic insurance in Schmitten: choosing insurer, deductible and model
Three decisions drive your premium in Schmitten. First, the insurer: with legally identical benefits, it is the biggest lever for saving. Second, the deductible (300 to 2’500 CHF a year): if you rarely see a doctor and hold a reserve, the high deductible is usually the better deal; with regular treatment, choose the low one. For comparison: with a 2’500 CHF deductible, the adult premium in Schmitten starts as low as 337 francs a month. Third, the model: family-doctor, HMO or telemedicine models cut the premium significantly compared with free choice of doctor.
Mind the deadlines: for a switch on 1 January, the cancellation must have reached the old insurer by 30 November — what counts is receipt, not the postmark. And check the premium subsidy in the canton of Fribourg: the entitlement goes surprisingly often unclaimed.
Checklist for Schmitten
- Compare every autumn: insurers adjust their rates each year.
- Match the deductible to your own health profile (work out 300 vs. 2’500 CHF).
- Consider an alternative model (family-doctor, HMO, telemedicine) — same basic benefits, lower premium.
- Check your entitlement to premium subsidies in the canton of Fribourg.
Free premium comparison for Schmitten →
How we work for Schmitten
Three steps, one goal: first we capture your specific profile (age, deductible, model, accident); then we sort the insurers in your premium region (FOPH 2026) by rate; finally we check the premium subsidy of the canton of Fribourg. Your benefits stay untouched — by law they are the same at every insurer — only the bill goes down. In Schmitten this difference is measurable: 450–618 francs a month for adults, i.e. up to 2’010 francs a year across 73 insurers — for identical cover. Repeat the comparison each autumn before 30 November: free and with no commitment.
FAQ — insurance in Schmitten (practical guidance, not legal advice)
How much is the 2026 health insurance premium in Schmitten?
In Schmitten (postal code 3185), the 2026 adult basic-insurance premium ranges from 450 to 618 francs a month depending on the insurer (deductible 300), from 329 francs for young adults and from 30 francs for children. For identical cover, the difference reaches up to 2’010 francs a year (FOPH premium region 2 of the canton of Fribourg). Source: FOPH/OFSP, approved premiums 2026.
Do the neighbouring municipalities of Schmitten have the same premiums?
Not necessarily. Schmitten and nearby municipalities such as Wünnewil-Flamatt (3 km), Tavel (4 km) can belong to different FOPH premium regions: for identical cover, the premium can vary from one municipality to the next. Always compare for your exact municipality of residence.
Does this page replace personal advice in Schmitten?
No, it is for orientation in Schmitten. A personal decision belongs on the basis of your actual documents (policy, insurer confirmation) and, if needed, an authorised professional in the canton of Fribourg.
Can I compare "Applying for premium subsidies" in Schmitten with no obligation?
Of course. The starting point is your situation in Schmitten; only at your request do a concrete comparison and quotes follow. You remain free to decline any offer — free of charge and without obligation.
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Important notes
Assur-IA's content is maintained carefully, but it can change with legislation, case law and the product range. It constitutes neither a binding offer nor a personal recommendation. Rates, premiums, deductibles and deductions depend on your profile and the reference date.
Official sources
Our figures and information rely on the official publications of the Swiss Confederation.