Crans-près-Céligny facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Crans
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 Crans
Location in Switzerland
Crans
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Nyon | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4.31 km2 (1.66 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 423 m (1,388 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 2,336 | |
| • Density | 542.0/km2 (1,403.8/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Les Corbeaux / Les Corbelles | |
| Postal code |
1299
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| Surrounded by | Arnex-sur-Nyon, Céligny (GE), Crassier, Eysins, Nyon | |
Crans is a lovely town in Switzerland, located in the Vaud canton. Until 2021, it was known as Crans-près-Céligny, which means "Crans near Céligny" in French. It's part of the Nyon district.
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A Look Back in Time
Crans was first mentioned way back in the year 1008. Back then, it was called Cranos.
Where is Crans?
Crans is located in Switzerland, west of the town of Nyon. It's right across Lake Geneva, which is a very famous lake. It's also close to Céligny, a town in the Geneva canton.
Land Use in Crans
Crans covers an area of about 4.3 square kilometers (1.7 square miles). A big part of this land, about 57%, is used for farming. This means there are lots of fields for growing crops.
About 15% of Crans is covered by forests. The rest of the land, about 27%, is where buildings and roads are. A tiny bit, less than 1%, is made up of rivers or lakes.
Crans' Coat of Arms
A coat of arms is like a special symbol for a town or family. Crans has a simple but strong coat of arms. It shows a silver church cross on a red background.
Who Lives in Crans?
Crans has a population of about 2,360 people (as of 2021). Over the past 10 years, the number of people living here has grown a little bit.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Crans speak French, which is the main language in this part of Switzerland. About 75% of the people speak French. The second most common language is English, spoken by about 10% of the population. After that, German is spoken by about 7% of the people.
Age Groups
Crans is home to people of all ages!
- About 13% of the population are young children (0-9 years old).
- Another 14% are teenagers (10-19 years old).
- Adults between 20 and 59 make up about 50% of the population.
- Older adults (60 and above) make up about 23% of the population.
How Crans' Population Has Grown
The chart below shows how the number of people living in Crans has changed over many years:
Important Buildings
Crans Castle is a very important historical building in Crans. It's listed as a Swiss heritage site of national significance. This means it's a special place that is protected because of its history and importance.
Fun Events
Crans is home to the Caribana Festival! This is a music festival that happens every year in June. It started in 1991, and in 2006, about 20,000 people came to enjoy the music and fun.
Working in Crans
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Crans was quite low, at 2.4%. This means most people who wanted a job had one.
Types of Jobs
People in Crans work in different areas:
- Agriculture: A small number of people work in farming.
- Industry: Some people work in factories or construction.
- Services: Most people work in the service sector. This includes jobs like sales, transportation, hotels, restaurants, and healthcare.
Commuting to Work
Many people who live in Crans travel to other towns for work. About 74% of the working population uses a private car to get to their jobs. About 12% use public transportation like buses or trains.
Beliefs and Religions
In 2000, about 32% of the people in Crans were Roman Catholic, and about 34% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. There were also people who followed other Christian churches, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, and Hinduism. About 20% of the population said they didn't belong to any church.
Learning and Education
Education is important in Crans. Many adults have completed higher education, like going to a university.
Schools in Crans
In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 237 students in the Crans school district.
- Children can attend two years of pre-school, which is not mandatory.
- Primary school lasts for four years.
- Lower secondary school lasts for six years.
Some students from Crans also attend schools in other towns nearby.
See also
In Spanish: Crans-près-Céligny para niños
