Bogis-Bossey facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bogis-Bossey
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 Bogis-Bossey
Location in Switzerland
Bogis-Bossey
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Nyon | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.45 km2 (0.95 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 468 m (1,535 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 847 | |
| • Density | 345.7/km2 (895.4/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1279
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| Surrounded by | Céligny (GE), Chavannes-de-Bogis, Crassier, Divonne-les-Bains (FR-01), Founex | |
Bogis-Bossey is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Nyon area of the Vaud region in Switzerland. It's a peaceful place with a mix of homes, farms, and forests.
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A Look Back in Time
Bogis-Bossey was first written about way back in 1135. Back then, it was called Bittgeium ad pontetulum.
Where is Bogis-Bossey?
Bogis-Bossey covers an area of about 2.5 square kilometers (about 1 square mile). A big part of this land, almost 60%, is used for farming. About 28% of the area is covered by forests. The rest, around 13%, has buildings and roads.
The town is located on the left side of the Versoix river. It includes the main village of Bogis, which is right on the border with the French town of Divonne-les-Bains. It also has smaller areas called hamlets like Bossey, l'Hostellerie, Petit-Bossey, and Belle-Ferme. You can even find Bossey Castle in the hamlet of Bossey!
What Does the Coat of Arms Mean?
The official coat of arms for Bogis-Bossey has a special design. It's split into two parts. The top part shows a black lion on a silver background, with small black rectangles scattered around. The bottom part has six stripes that go up and down, alternating between gold and red colors.
People of Bogis-Bossey
Bogis-Bossey is home to about 800 people. A good number of residents, about 37%, are people from other countries.
Most people in Bogis-Bossey speak French, which is the most common language. After French, many people speak English, and some also speak German. A few people speak Italian.
The town has people of all ages. About 13% are young children (under 10), and 16% are teenagers (10-19 years old). Adults between 20 and 59 make up about 55% of the population. Older adults, aged 60 and above, make up about 15% of the community.
The number of people living in Bogis-Bossey has changed over time. You can see how the population has grown and shrunk in the chart below:
Jobs and Work
In Bogis-Bossey, many people have jobs. Some work in agriculture, like farming. Others work in the secondary sector, which includes things like building. The largest number of jobs are in the tertiary sector, which means services. This can include jobs in shops, restaurants, or even in education and healthcare.
Most people who live in Bogis-Bossey travel to other towns for work. Many use their private cars to get to their jobs.
Beliefs and Religions
Many people in Bogis-Bossey follow different religions. A significant number are Roman Catholic, and another large group belongs to the Swiss Reformed Church. There are also people who are Orthodox Christians, Jewish, or Islamic. Some residents follow Buddhism or Hinduism. Of course, some people don't belong to any church or religion.
Learning and Schools
Education is important in Bogis-Bossey. Many adults have finished high school, and a good number have gone on to college or other higher education.
For younger students, the local school system provides pre-school, which is not required but helpful. Then, students go to primary school for four years. After that, they attend lower secondary school for six years.
An interesting place in Bogis-Bossey is the Bossey Ecumenical Institute. It's a special academic place at the Château de Bossey, connected to the World Council of Churches. Students from all over the world come here to study different religious topics.
See also
In Spanish: Bogis-Bossey para niños
