Bellevue, Switzerland facts for kids
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 Bellevue
Location in Switzerland
Bellevue
Location in Canton of Geneva
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Geneva | |
| District | n.a. | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4.36 km2 (1.68 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 378 m (1,240 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 3,467 | |
| • Density | 795.2/km2 (2,059.5/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1293
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| Surrounded by | Collex-Bossy, Collonge-Bellerive, Cologny, Ferney-Voltaire (FR-01), Genthod, Grand-Saconnex, Pregny-Chambésy, Versoix | |
Bellevue is a lovely town, also called a municipality, located in the Canton of Geneva, Switzerland. It's known for its beautiful views of Lake Geneva.
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A Look Back in Time
The area around Bellevue has a long history! One of its villages, Colovrex, was first mentioned way back in 1257.
How Bellevue Became a Town
Bellevue officially became its own municipality in 1855. Before that, it was part of a nearby town called Collex-Bossy. The people living in Bellevue were often city dwellers and Protestants from Geneva. On the other hand, Collex-Bossy was mostly a farming area with Catholic residents.
Bellevue's Location and Landscape
Bellevue is located right on the northern shores of Lake Geneva. It covers an area of about 4.35 square kilometers (1.68 square miles).
What the Land is Used For
A big part of Bellevue, about 40.5%, is used for farming. Forests cover about 15.9% of the land. The largest part, 43.2%, is built up with buildings and roads.
Growing Popularity
In recent years, Bellevue has grown a lot. Many families have moved here because there aren't enough homes in Geneva itself. It's a popular choice for people from other countries too. This is because it has a local school and is close to several international schools and the airport.
Parts of Bellevue
The municipality of Bellevue includes the main village of Bellevue. It also has smaller areas called hamlets, like Vengeron, Les Tuileries, Valavran, and Colovrex. The town is further divided into sections such as Le Gobé and Bellevue - Rives-du-Lac.
Who Lives in Bellevue?
Bellevue is home to about 3,467 people. Many people from other countries live here, making up about 39.8% of the population. Over the last 10 years, the number of people living in Bellevue has grown quite a bit, by about 75.9%!
Languages Spoken
Most people in Bellevue speak French, which is about 67.2% of the population. English is the second most common language, spoken by about 14.6% of residents. About 5.2% of people speak German.
Where People Come From
About 12.4% of the people living in Bellevue were born right there. Many others were born in the same canton (22.5%) or elsewhere in Switzerland (14.3%). A large number, about 36.7%, were born outside of Switzerland.
Population Growth Over Time
The chart below shows how Bellevue's population has changed through the years:
Bellevue's Economy and Jobs
Bellevue is home to some important businesses and organizations. For example, the luxury brand company Richemont opened its main office here in 2006. Also, Webster University Geneva has been in Bellevue since 1983.
Working in Bellevue
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Bellevue was 8.6%. Many people work in the service industry, which includes things like sales, hotels, restaurants, and professional services. There are also jobs in construction and agriculture.
Commuting to Work
Many people who live in Bellevue travel to other towns for work. At the same time, some people come into Bellevue from other places to work. About 15.3% of workers use public transportation, while 68.1% drive their own cars to get to work.
Religion in Bellevue
According to a census from 2000, about 30.6% of the people in Bellevue were Roman Catholic. Another 19.3% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. There are also smaller groups of people who are Orthodox Christian, Jewish, or Muslim. Many people in Bellevue (about 22.8%) do not belong to a church or have no specific religion.
Education in Bellevue
Bellevue has a good education system. Many adults have completed higher education, with about 26.7% having gone to a university or a specialized college.
Schools in Town
During the 2009-2010 school year, there were 711 students in Bellevue's schools. In the Canton of Geneva, children can attend two years of non-required Kindergarten. After that, they go to six years of primary school.
Secondary Education
The secondary school program includes three years of required schooling, followed by three to five years of optional advanced schools. In Bellevue, 105 students were in lower secondary school. There were also students in upper secondary programs and professional training. Some students also attended private schools.
Students Coming and Going
In 2000, 205 students came to Bellevue to attend school from other towns. At the same time, 303 students who lived in Bellevue went to schools outside the municipality.
See also
In Spanish: Bellevue (Ginebra) para niños
