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Thun · ZIP 3600 · 44,000 inhabitants

Health Insurance Thun: Compare & Switch 2027

In Thun (BE, premium region 2), Swiss health insurance premiums follow specific rules. We compare all 50+ Swiss insurers for your ZIP 3600 in real time — free, in 5 minutes.

📖 3 min read·Last updated: 2026-11-15·Findbetter Editorial
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Health insurance in Thun: what you need to know

Gateway to the Bernese Oberland. Spital STS (Thun) as regional hub. PR2 in Canton BE.

As a resident of Thun (ZIP 3600), you are assigned to premium region 2 within the Canton of Bern. The Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH) defines premium regions nationally — insurers must comply and may set different premiums per region.

The Canton of Bern is divided into 3 premium regions in total. The gap between the most expensive and cheapest region can reach CHF 30-80 per month — a difference worth factoring into your comparison.

Hospital coverage in Thun

The mandatory basic insurance (KVG/LAMal) covers general hospital treatment in your canton of residence. Residents of Thun have access to the following hospitals:

  • Spital STS Thun

If you want free hospital choice or a private/semi-private room, you need a supplementary hospital insurance (VVG/LCA). In our VVG comparison.

How to switch health insurance in Thun

  1. Start the comparison in the Findbetter wizard — enter ZIP 3600, age, and preferred model.
  2. Review the top offers and pick the best insurer.
  3. We auto-generate the application form. You sign digitally and we forward it FINMA-compliant via our partner Northlake Partners.
  4. If needed: we cancel your old insurer via registered letter — in time before November 30.
  5. From January 1, 2027, everything runs with your new insurer. You'll receive your new insurance card by post in December.

Full step-by-step guide → KVG switch 2027 guide

Frequently asked questions from Thun

Which health insurance is cheapest in Thun?+
It depends on your age, exact location (ZIP 3600), and chosen model. There is no universal "cheapest insurer" — the optimal choice differs significantly between a 28-year-old and a 65-year-old. The Findbetter wizard calculates your personalized top 5 in 5 minutes.
Which premium region is Thun in?+
Thun (ZIP 3600) is in premium region 2 of the Canton of Bern. The FOPH defines premium regions at the federal level; insurers must comply and calculate their premiums by region.
By when do I need to cancel my health insurance in Thun?+
By November 30 at the latest, via registered letter — the switch takes effect on January 1. This is a nationwide rule and applies to Thun as well. In case of a premium increase, you have an extraordinary right to cancel within 1 month of notification.
How much can I save in Thun?+
Across Switzerland, the average savings from a KVG switch range between CHF 800 and CHF 2,700 per year. In Thun (premium region 2), the potential varies depending on your current insurer. The wizard calculates your exact savings.

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