Chardonne facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Chardonne
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Mont Pèlerin and Chardonne
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 Chardonne
Location in Switzerland
Chardonne
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Riviera-Pays-d'Enhaut | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 10.34 km2 (3.99 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 586 m (1,923 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 3,092 | |
| • Density | 299.03/km2 (774.5/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Les Chardonnerets Lè Tserdignolet |
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| Postal code |
1801 Le Mont-Pèlerin
1803 Chardonne |
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| Localities | Le Mont-Pèlerin | |
| Surrounded by | Granges (Veveyse) (FR), Attalens (FR), Jongny, Corsier-sur-Vevey, Corseaux, Saint-Saphorin (Lavaux), Puidoux | |
| Twin towns | Barbezieux-Saint-Hilaire (France) | |
Chardonne is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Vaud region (or canton) of Switzerland. It's part of the Riviera-Pays-d'Enhaut area.
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Chardonne's Past: A Quick Look at History
Chardonne was first mentioned in official records way back in the year 1001. At that time, it was known as Cardona.
Exploring Chardonne's Geography
Chardonne covers an area of about 10.3 square kilometers (about 4 square miles). A large part of this land, nearly half (46.9%), is used for farming. Forests cover a big section too, about 37% of the area.
Around 15.4% of Chardonne is built up with buildings and roads. Only a tiny bit, 0.4%, is land that can't be used for anything. The town is nestled between the beautiful Lake Geneva and a mountain called Mont Pèlerin.
Understanding Chardonne's Coat of Arms
The official coat of arms for Chardonne has a special design. It shows three thistles growing from a green hill. On the two outer thistles, you can see two goldfinches.
This design is a clever play on words, known as "canting arms." In French, a goldfinch is called chardonneret, and a thistle is chardon. Both words sound a lot like "Chardonne," which is the name of the town!
Who Lives in Chardonne? Population Facts
Chardonne has a population of about 2,685 people. Over the past ten years, the number of people living here has grown by about 12.7%. This growth is mostly because new people have moved to Chardonne.
Most people in Chardonne (about 77.5%) speak French as their main language. German is the second most common language, spoken by about 8.7% of the population. About 4.3% of residents speak English.
The population includes people of all ages. About 9.7% are children under 10, and 11.1% are teenagers aged 10 to 19. Adults aged 20 to 59 make up about 53.2% of the population. Older adults, aged 60 and above, make up about 24.5% of the population.
Here's how Chardonne's population has changed over time:
Special Places: Heritage Sites
Chardonne is part of a very special area recognized by UNESCO. This area is called Lavaux, Vineyard Terraces. It's a World Heritage Site, which means it's considered important for everyone in the world to protect. It's also listed as a Swiss national heritage site.
Chardonne's Economy: How People Work
In Chardonne, people work in different types of jobs. In 2010, the unemployment rate was low, at 3%.
- Primary Sector: About 109 people work in farming, like growing crops or raising animals. There are around 29 businesses in this area.
- Secondary Sector: Around 30 people work in manufacturing (making things) or construction (building things). There are 12 businesses in this group.
- Tertiary Sector: The largest group, 405 people, work in service jobs. This includes things like working in shops, hotels, restaurants, or in healthcare. There are 50 businesses in this sector.
Many people who live in Chardonne travel to other towns for work. About 11.9% use public transportation, and 67.8% drive their own cars.
Religion in Chardonne
Based on information from 2000, many people in Chardonne are Christian. About 25.6% are Roman Catholic, and 45.3% belong to the Swiss Reformed Church.
Some people belong to other Christian churches, or to other religions like Islam, Buddhism, or Hinduism. About 18.3% of the population do not belong to any church.
Learning in Chardonne: Education
Education is important in Chardonne. About 35.1% of the people have finished high school (upper secondary education). Also, 23.9% have gone on to get higher education from a university or a specialized college.
In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 248 students in Chardonne's schools.
- Children can attend two years of non-required pre-school.
- Primary school lasts for four years.
- Lower secondary school is required and lasts for six years.
Some students from Chardonne attend schools in other towns, and a few students from other towns come to school in Chardonne.
See also
In Spanish: Chardonne para niños
