Aarberg (district) facts for kids
The Aarberg district was an important area in the canton of Bern, Switzerland. A canton is like a state or province in other countries. The main town and capital of this district was Aarberg. This district was made up of 12 smaller towns and villages, called municipalities. It covered an area of about 153 square kilometers (about 59 square miles).
What is a District?
In Switzerland, a district is a way to organize different areas within a canton. Think of it like a county or a region. Districts help manage local government and services for the people living there. The Aarberg district was one of these important administrative areas in the canton of Bern.
Towns and Villages in Aarberg
The Aarberg district included several interesting towns and villages. Each of these places had its own local government and community. Here are the 12 municipalities that were part of the Aarberg district:
- Aarberg (This was the capital town of the district)
- Bargen
- Grossaffoltern
- Kallnach
- Kappelen
- Lyss
- Meikirch
- Niederried bei Kallnach
- Radelfingen
- Rapperswil
- Schüpfen
- Seedorf
Geography of the District
The Aarberg district was located in a part of Switzerland known for its beautiful landscapes. It covered an area of 153 square kilometers. This region often features a mix of flat lands and rolling hills, typical of the Swiss plateau. The Aare River, one of Switzerland's major rivers, flows near the town of Aarberg, which is how the district got its name.
See also
In Spanish: Distrito de Aarberg para niños
