Contern Facts for Kids

St. Walpurga's church

Contern's coat of arms

Contern (called Conter in Luxembourgish) is a small area in Luxembourg that acts like a town or district. It's part of the Luxembourg canton, which is a bigger administrative area.

As of 2019, about 3,865 people live in Contern. It's known for its peaceful countryside and a mix of residential and industrial areas.

What is Contern?
- Where is Contern Located?
- How Many People Live in Contern?
Life in Contern
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What is Contern?

Contern is a commune in the country of Luxembourg. Think of a commune like a local government area, similar to a small town or a group of villages that work together. It's located in the southwestern part of Luxembourg.

Where is Contern Located?

Contern is found in the canton of Luxembourg. A canton is like a county or a larger district within a country. Contern is close to the capital city, Luxembourg City, which makes it a convenient place to live.

How Many People Live in Contern?

In 2019, the population of Contern was 3,865 people. This number includes everyone living in the different villages and areas that make up the commune.

Life in Contern

Contern offers a mix of quiet living and some industrial activity. It has several smaller villages within its borders, each with its own character.

Villages and Areas in Contern

The commune of Contern includes several smaller villages and areas. These include:

Moutfort
Oetrange
Medingen
Bricherhaff
Faerschthaff

Each of these places contributes to the overall community feel of Contern.

Nature and Environment

Contern has beautiful natural areas, including forests and small rivers. The Trudlerbaach is one of the rivers that flows through the commune, adding to its green landscape. You can also find views of the Syrdal, which is the valley of the Syre River.

Homes and Businesses

Contern has areas for homes, like the "An de Steng" residential development. It also has industrial zones where businesses operate. These zones help create jobs and support the local economy. One such area is the Industrial Zone Chaux de Contern. The E29 road also runs through the commune, helping people travel and transport goods.

Getting Around Contern

The commune is connected by roads and even has a train station. The Sandweiler-Contern Railway Station makes it easy for people to travel to other parts of Luxembourg by train.

Community and Education

Contern is a place where people live and learn. There are schools, like the one in Oetrange, that serve the children of the commune. The community also holds events, such as the End of Winter Bonfire, which brings people together.