Chêne-Bougeries facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Chêne-Bougeries
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 Chêne-Bougeries
Location in Switzerland
Chêne-Bougeries
Location in Canton of Geneva
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Geneva | |
| District | n.a. | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4.14 km2 (1.60 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 420 m (1,380 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 12,621 | |
| • Density | 3,049/km2 (7,896/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1224
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| Surrounded by | Cologny, Chêne-Bourg, Geneva, Thônex, Vandoeuvres, Veyrier | |
Chêne-Bougeries is a town in the Canton of Geneva, Switzerland. It's a lovely place located near the big city of Geneva. This town is mostly a residential area, meaning many people live here. It's known for attracting families with different income levels.
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History of Chêne-Bougeries
Chêne-Bougeries was first mentioned way back in 1270. Back then, it was called Quercus. Later, in 1801, it was known as Chêne-les-Bougeries.
For a long time, a hospital for people with leprosy was located here. Once this illness was no longer a big problem around the 1500s, Chêne-Bougeries started to grow.
During the French Revolution, French forces took over the area. In 1798, Chêne-Bougeries had to join with two nearby towns, Chêne-Thônex and Chêne-Bourg. Together, they formed a new area called the Trois-Chêne.
But in 1801, Chêne-Bougeries became its own town again. In 1816, it officially became part of Geneva, which was now part of Switzerland. Even today, these three towns are still called the Trois-Chêne. They work closely together on many things. This includes social help, healthcare, cultural events, and sports facilities.
Geography of Chêne-Bougeries
Chêne-Bougeries covers an area of about 4.13 square kilometers (1.59 square miles). About 10% of this land is used for farming. Around 6% is covered by forests. Most of the land, about 83%, has buildings or roads on it. A small part, 1%, is rivers or lakes.
Most of the built-up area is for homes and buildings. Roads and transportation take up another part. Parks and sports fields also have their space.
The town is located to the left of Lake Geneva. It is also to the right of the Seymaz river. Chêne-Bougeries is right next to the city of Geneva. You can travel between them using three main roads, as well as tram and bus lines.
The town has a main center and several neighborhoods. These include Grange-Canal, Malagnou, and Conches. There are also newer areas with taller buildings like La Gradelle.
Meaning of the Name
The name Chêne-Bougeries comes from a very large oak tree. This tree used to mark the edge between the built-up land and the forest camps. These camps were called the Bougeries.
People of Chêne-Bougeries
Chêne-Bougeries has a population of about 10,400 people. Around 31% of the people living here are from other countries. Over the last 10 years, the population has grown by about 7.6%.
Most people in Chêne-Bougeries speak French. About 78% of the population uses French. English is the second most common language, spoken by about 6% of people. German is third, spoken by almost 5%.
In 2008, there were slightly more women than men living in the town. About 15.5% of the people living in Chêne-Bougeries in 2000 were also born there. Many others were born in the same canton or elsewhere in Switzerland. About 36.6% were born outside of Switzerland.
Famous French actor Alain Delon lived in Chêne-Bougeries for many years. He became a Swiss citizen in 1999.
Notable People from Chêne-Bougeries
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Many interesting people have lived in or come from Chêne-Bougeries:
- Horace Bénédict de Saussure (1740–1799): A scientist who studied geology, weather, and physics. He was also a mountaineer.
- Jean Charles Léonard de Sismondi (1773–1842): An important historian and economist.
- Napoléon Aubin (1812–1890): A journalist, writer, and musician.
- Casimir de Candolle (1836–1918): A Swiss botanist, who studied plants.
- Maria Yakunchikova (1870–1902): A Russian painter and artist.
- Alain Delon (1935-2024): A famous French actor who became a Swiss citizen.
- Françoise Saudan (born 1939): A Swiss politician.
- Nouria Hernandez (born 1957): A biologist and leader of the University of Lausanne.
- Erik Truffaz (born 1960): A French jazz trumpeter.
- Princess Theodora of Liechtenstein (born 2004): An environmentalist.
- Sport
- Joël Retornaz (born 1983): An Italian curler.
- Kevin Mbabu (born 1995): A Swiss football player.
- Kilian Pagliuca (born 1996): A Swiss football player.
Important Buildings and Sights
Two important places in Chêne-Bougeries are listed as Swiss heritage sites. These are the Grange Falquet and the Temple. The Temple of Chêne Bougeries was built in 1758.
Chêne-Bougeries also has a part of Geneva's ethnographic museum. It is called the Annexe de Conches.
Economy of Chêne-Bougeries
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Chêne-Bougeries was 4%. This means that 4 out of every 100 people looking for a job could not find one.
Most jobs in Chêne-Bougeries are in the service industry. This includes things like sales, transportation, hotels, and restaurants. Many people also work in education and healthcare.
In 2000, many people who lived in Chêne-Bougeries traveled to other towns for work. Also, many people came into Chêne-Bougeries from other places to work. About 31% of workers used public transportation to get to work. About 48% used a private car.
Religion in Chêne-Bougeries
Based on a 2000 survey, about 35% of the people in Chêne-Bougeries were Roman Catholic. Around 22% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. There were also smaller groups of Orthodox Christians, Jewish people, and Muslims. Many people said they did not belong to any church.
Education in Chêne-Bougeries
Many people in Chêne-Bougeries have a good education. About 26% of the population has finished high school. Around 28% have gone on to higher education, like university.
In the 2009–2010 school year, there were over 1,800 students in the town's schools. Children can attend two years of non-required kindergarten. After that, they go to six years of primary school. Then, they have three years of required secondary school. After that, they can choose to go to advanced schools. Many students also attend private schools in the area.
See also
In Spanish: Chêne-Bougeries para niños
