Apples, Vaud facts for kids
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Church in Apples village
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 Apples
Location in Switzerland
Apples
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Morges | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 12.93 km2 (4.99 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 635 m (2,083 ft) | |
| Population
(2004)
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| • Total | 1,142 | |
| • Density | 88.32/km2 (228.75/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Les Caque à part Lè Caca-pai |
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| Postal code |
1143
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| Surrounded by | Pampigny, Sévery, Colombier, Clarmont, Reverolle, Bussy-Chardonney, Yens, Ballens, Mollens | |
Apples (French pronunciation: [apl]) was once a municipality in the Morges area of Vaud, Switzerland. It's a small place that has been around for a very long time!
On July 1, 2021, Apples joined with several other nearby towns. These were Cottens, Pampigny, Sévery, Bussy-Chardonney, and Reverolle. Together, they formed a new, larger municipality called Hautemorges.
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History of Apples
Apples has a very old past. People have lived here since the Neolithic (New Stone Age) and the Bronze Age. Even the ancient Romans left their marks here.
Early Settlements
The first real village was started by the Burgundians in the 400s. It was probably first called Iplingen. Later, under the Romans, its name might have changed to Iplens and then Aplis. This name, Aplis, was first written down in 1011. King Rudolf III gave the church and village to the Romainmôtier Monastery as a gift. The spelling Aples appeared in 1222, and the name Apples started being used in 1328.
Changes Over Time
In 1536, the area of Vaud was taken over by Bern. Apples became a special area managed by the Romainmôtier district. After the old system of government, called the Ancien régime (which means "old rule"), ended, Apples became part of the canton of Léman from 1798 to 1803. A canton is like a state in Switzerland.
Then, Apples became part of the canton of Vaud. In 1798, it joined the Morges District. The company logitech was founded here in 1981. In 1803, Apples moved to the Aubonne district. But in 2006, it moved back to the Morges district.
Geography of Apples
Apples is located about 630 m (2,070 ft) above mean sea level. This means it's pretty high up! It is about 7 km (4.3 mi) northwest of the city of Morges.
Landscape and Views
The village of Apples is spread out on a small hill. This hill is at the edge of a flat area near the Jura Mountains. From here, you can see amazing views over the Morges River valley.
The eastern part of Apples is in the drainage basin of the Morges Creek. This means water from this area flows into that creek. The western part of Apples is much larger. It has a glacial landscape, meaning it was shaped by glaciers long ago. This area has rolling hills made of molasse (a type of rock). It also has large forests and moor-like wet areas.
Highest Point and Borders
The highest point in Apples is in a forest called La Chaux-Derrière. It is about 708 m (2,323 ft) above sea level. On its western side, Apples reaches the edge of a former river valley called Grand Marais. This valley used to carry melted ice from the Rhône Glacier.
Apples also includes two smaller areas called En Lèvremont and La Motte. These are on the gentle slopes of the Morges Valley. Apples shares borders with several other towns. These include Ballens, Mollens, Pampigny, Sévery, Colombier, Clarmont, Reverolle, Bussy-Chardonney, and Yens.
Land Use
In 2009, Apples covered an area of about 12.93 square kilometers (4.99 sq mi). Almost half of this land (46.2%) was used for farming. A similar amount (47.8%) was covered by forests. The rest (6.3%) had buildings or roads.
Coat of Arms
The coat of arms for Apples is a shield. It is split down the middle, with one side silver and the other red. Across the middle, there is a gold stripe with three red circles on it.
People of Apples
As of 2020, Apples had a population of 1,453 people. Over the past 10 years (1999–2009), the number of people living here grew by about 7.7%.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Apples speak French. In 2000, about 86% of the people spoke French. The next most common language was German, spoken by about 7% of the population. A small number of people also spoke Portuguese and Italian.
Where People Come From
In 2000, about a quarter of the people living in Apples were born there. Many others (about 37%) were born in the same canton of Vaud. About 20% were born elsewhere in Switzerland, and about 16.6% were born outside of Switzerland.
Age Groups
In 2009, the population of Apples included many young people. About 13.2% were children aged 0-9 years old. Another 12.3% were teenagers aged 10-19. The largest group was adults aged 30-59, making up about 41.6% of the population. There were also older adults, with about 22.5% of the population being 60 years or older.
Economy of Apples
For a long time, Apples was mainly a farming village. People grew crops and raised animals, especially for dairy farming. Today, farming is not the main job for most people in Apples.
Industries and Jobs
North of the village, there is a small industrial area. Here, companies make things like switchgear (electrical equipment) and high-quality steel. There are also many jobs in the services sector, like shops and offices.
The company logitech was founded here in 1981. Apples also has a riding school, a sports center, and an educational center. There is also a nursing home for older people.
Commuting and Workforce
In recent years, Apples has become a popular place to live. Many people who live in Apples travel to work in bigger cities like Morges and Lausanne.
In 2008, there were 512 full-time jobs in Apples. Most of these jobs were in manufacturing (making things) and health care. About 9.5% of workers used public transportation to get to work, while most (66.8%) used a private car.
Religion
In 2000, most people in Apples belonged to a Christian church. About 55.9% were part of the Swiss Reformed Church. Another 20.7% were Roman Catholic. A small number of people belonged to other Christian churches, or to Islam or Judaism. About 15% of the population did not belong to any church.
Education
Many people in Apples have a good education. In 2000, about 36.7% of adults had finished upper secondary education. This is like high school. About 19.2% had gone on to higher education, like university.
Schools in Apples
In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 166 students in the Apples school district. Children can attend two years of pre-school before primary school. Primary school lasts for four years, and there were 109 students in primary school in Apples. After that, students go to lower secondary school for six years. There were 55 students in these schools.
Some students from Apples went to schools in other towns. Also, some students from other towns came to school in Apples.
Transportation
Apples is easy to reach because it is on a main road. This road connects Morges and Bière.
Train and Post Service
A narrow-gauge train line, the Chemin de fer Bière-Apples-Morges, started running on July 1, 1895. Apples has its own train station. A part of this train line, from Apples to L'Isle, opened in 1896. There is also a postal service route that runs between Morges and Apples.
Attractions
The old church in Apples is a special place. It was built in the Middle Ages on top of an even older Romanesque building. It has been updated a few times, in 1838 and 1905.
Images for kids
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Church in Apples village
See also
In Spanish: Apples para niños
