Cheyres-Châbles facts for kids
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Cheyres-Châbles
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 Cheyres-Châbles
Location in Switzerland
Cheyres-Châbles
Location in Canton of Fribourg
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Fribourg | |
| District | Broye | |
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| • Total | 9.74 km2 (3.76 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,320 | |
| • Density | 238.2/km2 (616.9/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1474, 1468
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| Surrounded by | Bollion, Châtillon, Concise (VD), Font, Murist, Vaumarcus (NE) | |
Cheyres-Châbles is a municipality, which is like a small town or local government area, in Switzerland. It is located in the Fribourg canton, which is similar to a state or region. This municipality was formed on January 1, 2017. It was created when two smaller municipalities, Châbles and Cheyres, decided to join together. Cheyres-Châbles is part of the Broye district.
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A Look Back in Time
How Cheyres-Châbles Was Formed
Cheyres-Châbles is a fairly new municipality. It was created on January 1, 2017. Before this date, it was two separate places: Châbles and Cheyres. They decided to merge to form one larger community.
Early History of Cheyres
The village of Cheyres has a long history. It was first written about in documents in the year 1230. Back then, its name was spelled Cheres.
Where is Cheyres-Châbles Located?
Cheyres-Châbles is in a beautiful part of Switzerland. It covers an area of about 9.87 square kilometers (about 3.8 square miles). This area was measured in 2009.
Who Lives in Cheyres-Châbles?
The number of people living in Cheyres-Châbles changes over time. As of the latest information, the municipality has a population of 2,320 people.
How the Population Has Changed Over Time
The chart below shows how the number of people living in Cheyres and Châbles changed over many years before they merged.
What to See in Cheyres-Châbles
The area around Font, which is shared by Châbles and Font, is very special. It is listed as part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means it's a place with important historical or natural value that is protected.
