Châtel-Saint-Denis facts for kids
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Châtel-Saint-Denis
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 Châtel-Saint-Denis
Location in Switzerland
Châtel-Saint-Denis
Location in Canton of Fribourg
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Fribourg | |
| District | Veveyse | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 47.93 km2 (18.51 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 809 m (2,654 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 7,449 | |
| • Density | 155.414/km2 (402.52/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1618
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| Surrounded by | Blonay (VD), Corsier-sur-Vevey (VD), Haut-Intyamon(FR), Maracon (VD), Remaufens(FR), Saint-Légier-La Chiésaz (VD), Semsales(FR) | |
Châtel-Saint-Denis (pronounced sha-TEL san den-EE) is a town in Switzerland. It is the main town of the Veveyse district in the Fribourg region. People sometimes call it Tsathi in the local language.
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Geography of Châtel-Saint-Denis
Châtel-Saint-Denis covers an area of about 47.9 square kilometers. A large part of this land, almost half, is used for farming. Another big part is covered by forests. The rest of the land has buildings, roads, or is unproductive.
The town is located by the Veveyse river, on the road between Bulle and Vevey. It includes the main village of Châtel-Saint-Denis, plus popular areas for skiing and hiking called Les Paccots and Fruence. There are also several smaller villages, known as hamlets, nearby. The area also has two beautiful nature spots: Lac de Lussy and Lac des Joncs.
What does the Coat of Arms Look Like?
The town's official symbol, its coat of arms, shows a black eagle with its wings spread out on a gold background.
Who Lives in Châtel-Saint-Denis?
Châtel-Saint-Denis has a growing population. As of as of December 2020[update], the town has 7,449 people. In 2008, about 23% of the people living here were from other countries. The population has grown a lot in the last 10 years, mostly because new people have moved to the town.
Most people in Châtel-Saint-Denis speak French. It's the first language for about 89% of the residents. Other languages spoken include Portuguese and German.
In 2008, the population was almost evenly split between males and females. About 37% of the people living in Châtel-Saint-Denis in 2000 were born there. Many others were born in the same region or elsewhere in Switzerland.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Châtel-Saint-Denis has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown:
Important Historical Sites
The Saint-Denis Church is a very important building in Switzerland. It is listed as a national heritage site. The entire village of Châtel-Saint-Denis, along with the small village of Prayoud, are also recognized as important Swiss heritage sites.
Economy and Jobs
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Châtel-Saint-Denis was 3.6%. Many people work in different types of jobs:
- Primary sector: This includes jobs like farming and forestry.
- Secondary sector: This includes jobs in manufacturing and construction.
- Tertiary sector: This includes jobs in services, like sales, transportation, hotels, restaurants, and healthcare.
In 2008, there were over 2,400 full-time jobs in the town. Many people who live in Châtel-Saint-Denis also work there. Most people use a private car to get to work, while some use public transportation.
Religion in Châtel-Saint-Denis
According to the 2000 census, most people in Châtel-Saint-Denis are Roman Catholic. About 71.7% of the population belongs to this church. Another 11.7% are part of the Swiss Reformed Church. There are also smaller groups of people who follow other Christian faiths, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, and Hinduism. Some people do not belong to any church.
Education System
In Châtel-Saint-Denis, many people have completed higher education. About 31.7% of the population has finished upper secondary education, and 10% have gone on to university or other higher schools.
The school system in Fribourg canton, where Châtel-Saint-Denis is located, works like this:
- One year of optional Kindergarten.
- Six years of Primary school.
- Three years of required lower Secondary school, where students are grouped by their abilities.
- After that, students can choose to go to an optional three or four-year upper Secondary school. This can be a gymnasium (which prepares them for university) or a vocational program.
- After upper Secondary, students can go to a Tertiary school or start an apprenticeship.
During the 2010-2011 school year, over 1,200 students attended schools in Châtel-Saint-Denis. This included students in kindergarten, primary, and secondary schools.
Famous People from Châtel-Saint-Denis
Many interesting people have come from Châtel-Saint-Denis, including:
- Oswald Pilloud (1873–1946): A famous Swiss painter and illustrator.
- Charles Berthoud (born 1938): A Swiss wrestler who competed in the Olympics.
- Bernard Genoud (1942–2010): He was a Bishop in the Roman Catholic Church.
- Thérèse Meyer (born 1948): A Swiss politician who was President of the National Council in 2005.
- Alexandre Imperatori (born 1987): A Swiss racing car driver.
- Luca Aerni (born 1993): A Swiss alpine skier who competed in the Winter Olympics.
- Frank Pasche (born 1993): A Swiss professional racing cyclist.
See also
In Spanish: Châtel-Saint-Denis para niños
