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Moving to New Glarus, WI
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About New Glarus
New Glarus ("Little Switzerland") is a village of about 2,265 settled by Swiss immigrants in 1845 — famous for New Glarus Brewing (Spotted Cow), Swiss chalets, and the Swiss Historical Village. A top metro day-trip destination that also works as a scenic small-town home base.
Home prices in New Glarus
Home prices in New Glarus vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in New Glarus
- New Glarus Brewing Company — home of Spotted Cow; hilltop brewery with tours.
- Swiss Historical Village — 14-building outdoor museum of Swiss settlement.
- Downtown New Glarus — Swiss chalets, bakeries, and shops.
- New Glarus Woods State Park — trails, camping, and prairie.
- Sugar River State Trail access.
Commuting from New Glarus
- Approximate drive to downtown Madison: 30–35 minutes via WI-69 (approximate).
Schools in New Glarus
Public schools: New Glarus School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
New Glarus FAQs
- What is the housing market like in New Glarus, WI?
Home prices in New Glarus vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from New Glarus, WI?
Approximate drive to downtown Madison: 30–35 minutes via WI-69 (approximate). - Which school district serves New Glarus, WI?
New Glarus is served by New Glarus School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.