Key points at a glance
This page is written for residents of Walchwil, in the canton of Zug, 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 Walchwil, 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 0 of the canton of Zug), never on your health: for basic insurance, every insurer must accept you. Walchwil has roughly 3’663 residents — and every insured person is free to choose their own insurer. Below you will find the real 2026 premiums for Walchwil, the main pitfalls to avoid and a free comparison. Neighbouring municipalities have their own pages too: Arth (4 km), Küssnacht (6 km), Meierskappel (6 km).
Walchwil at a glance: your local context
Walchwil, a municipality of roughly 3’663 residents in the canton of Zug, has its own profile when it comes to health insurance. For health insurance premiums, Walchwil belongs to FOPH premium region 0 of the canton of Zug. 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 3’663
- Canton: Zug
- Basic-insurance premium region (FOPH/OFSP): region 0
- Postal code (NPA): 6318
- Federal municipality number (BFS): 1710
Health insurance and supplementary cover around Walchwil: compare neighbouring municipalities
Around Walchwil, every neighbouring municipality has its own page on the topic — useful if a move is coming up or if you are weighing several locations:
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Arth — 4.0 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Küssnacht — 6.0 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Meierskappel — 6.2 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Unterägeri — 6.7 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Steinerberg — 7.4 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Zoug — 7.6 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Risch — 7.9 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Greppen — 8.3 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Oberägeri — 8.4 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Lauerz — 8.7 km away
Health insurance premiums 2026 in Walchwil: the real numbers
The range in Walchwil is striking: for adults (deductible 300 CHF), the 2026 monthly premium runs from 335 to 536 francs — for basic insurance whose benefits the law fixes identically for every insurer. Comparing therefore saves up to 2’412 francs a year, without giving anything up. The lowest adult premium there comes with the "alternative model" model.
| Profile | Deductible 300 CHF | Deductible 2’500 CHF |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (26 and over) | 335 – 536 CHF | from 207 CHF |
| Young adults (19–25) | 245 – 413 CHF | from 150 CHF |
| Children (0–18) | 23 – 117 CHF | — |
Our comparison tool does this work for you: the 78 insurers available for Walchwil are ranked by your profile (age, deductible, model) from the lowest to the highest rate — your cover stays unchanged.
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Basic insurance in Walchwil: choosing insurer, deductible and model
Three decisions drive your premium in Walchwil. 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 Walchwil starts as low as 207 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 Zug: the entitlement goes surprisingly often unclaimed.
Checklist for Walchwil
- 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 Zug.
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How we work for Walchwil
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 Zug. Your benefits stay untouched — by law they are the same at every insurer — only the bill goes down. In Walchwil this difference is measurable: 335–536 francs a month for adults, i.e. up to 2’412 francs a year across 78 insurers — for identical cover. Repeat the comparison each autumn before 30 November: free and with no commitment.
FAQ — insurance in Walchwil (practical guidance, not legal advice)
How much is the 2026 health insurance premium in Walchwil?
In Walchwil (postal code 6318), the 2026 adult basic-insurance premium ranges from 335 to 536 francs a month depending on the insurer (deductible 300), from 245 francs for young adults and from 23 francs for children. For identical cover, the difference reaches up to 2’412 francs a year (FOPH premium region 0 of the canton of Zug). Source: FOPH/OFSP, approved premiums 2026.
Do the neighbouring municipalities of Walchwil have the same premiums?
Not necessarily. Walchwil and nearby municipalities such as Arth (4 km), Küssnacht (6 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 Walchwil?
No, it is for orientation in Walchwil. A personal decision belongs on the basis of your actual documents (policy, insurer confirmation) and, if needed, an authorised professional in the canton of Zug.
Can I compare "Health insurance and supplementary cover" in Walchwil with no obligation?
Yes: we first clarify your needs, then — only if you wish — targeted comparisons and quotes for Walchwil follow. The comparison is free, and no offer is binding.
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Important notes
This local guide for Walchwil is for orientation. It replaces neither a personal quote nor the assessment of a regulated professional. The amounts, premiums and deductions mentioned change with your situation, your insurer and the given year.
Official sources
Our figures and information rely on the official publications of the Swiss Confederation.