Canton of Remich facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Canton of Remich
Kanton Réimech
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| Country | Luxembourg | |
| Legislative constituency | Est | |
| LAU 1 | LU00012 | |
| Capital | Remich | |
| Communes (cities in bold) |
Bous Dalheim Lenningen Mondorf-les-Bains Remich Schengen Stadtbredimus Waldbredimus |
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| Area | ||
| • Total | 127.9 km2 (49.4 sq mi) | |
| Area rank | 11th of 12 | |
| Highest elevation
(12th of 12)
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368 m (1,207 ft) | |
| Lowest elevation
(2nd of 12)
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140 m (460 ft) | |
| • Rank | 7th of 12 | |
| • Density rank | 4th of 12 | |
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The Canton of Remich is a special area, like a county, located in the eastern part of Luxembourg. Its main town and capital is also called Remich. This canton is known for its beautiful landscapes and charming towns.
Towns and Villages in Remich
The Canton of Remich is made up of eight local areas called communes. Think of these as smaller towns or districts that work together within the canton.
- Bous
- Dalheim
- Lenningen
- Mondorf-les-Bains
- Remich (This is the capital town of the canton)
- Schengen
- Stadtbredimus
- Waldbredimus
Changes to the Map
Sometimes, smaller towns or communes decide to join together to form a larger one. This happened in the Canton of Remich.
On January 1, 2012, two former communes, Burmerange and Wellenstein, became part of the commune of Schengen. This change was made official by a law passed in May 2011.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in the Canton of Remich has changed a lot over the years. This chart shows how the population has grown or shrunk at different times.
As you can see, the population was around 11,000 people in 1821. It went up and down for many years. However, since the 1960s, the number of people living in the Canton of Remich has generally been growing steadily. By 2021, the population was over 23,500 people.
See also
In Spanish: Cantón de Remich para niños
