Dürrenäsch facts for kids
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Dürrenäsch
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 Dürrenäsch
Location in Switzerland
Dürrenäsch
Location in Canton of Aargau
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Aargau | |
| District | Kulm | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 5.91 km2 (2.28 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 562 m (1,844 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 1,329 | |
| • Density | 224.87/km2 (582.4/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
5724
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| Surrounded by | Hallwil, Leutwil, Oberkulm, Seon, Teufenthal, Unterkulm, Zetzwil | |
Dürrenäsch is a small town in the Kulm area of the state of Aargau in Switzerland. It is known for its quiet setting and interesting history.
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History of Dürrenäsch
Dürrenäsch was first mentioned in old writings in the year 924. Back then, it was called Aske inferior. But people lived here much earlier!
Ancient Times
- Stone Age Finds: Tools and items from the Hallstatt culture (an ancient European culture) were found on a nearby castle hill.
- Roman Era: Objects from the Roman times have been discovered in an area called Loren.
- Alamanni Graves: Graves of the Alamanni people, who lived in this region long ago, were found on Lindhügel.
Medieval Rulers
Over the centuries, different powerful families ruled Dürrenäsch:
- Lenzburg: In the High Middle Ages, the Counts of Lenzburg were in charge.
- Kyburg: In 1173, the town came under the rule of the Counts of Kyburg.
- Habsburgs: A century later, in 1273, the powerful Habsburgs family took over. They had local lords, like the Lords of Trostberg, Reinach, and Hallwyl, manage the town for them.
- Bern: From 1415 until 1798, the city of Bern controlled Dürrenäsch. Bern even bought the rights to make laws and judge cases in the village in 1433.
Village Life and Events
For a long time, Dürrenäsch was part of the Kulm church area. Since 1614, it has belonged to the Leutwil church area.
The town has seen some sad events:
- Big Fire: In 1782, a large fire swept through the village.
- Plane Crash: In 1963, Swissair Flight 306 crashed near Dürrenäsch. Sadly, all 80 people on board lost their lives.
Local Industries
Even though farming has always been important, Dürrenäsch also had other industries:
- Early Industries: In the 1700s and 1800s, people started weaving cotton and making things from straw.
- Silk and Cigars: From 1852 to 1935, the silk industry grew here. Then, from 1863 to 1950, cigars were made in the village.
- Cork and Plastics: A factory making cork products opened in 1878. Later, in the 1950s, this factory was rebuilt to make new types of insulation and plastics, becoming known as the Sagex factory.
Geography of Dürrenäsch
Dürrenäsch is located in the Kulm area. It sits in a special spot, like a "saddle" or low point, between two valleys: the Seetal and the Wynental.
Land Use
The town covers about 5.91 square kilometers (about 2.28 square miles). Here's how the land is used:
- Farms: Nearly half of the land (49.6%) is used for farming. This includes fields for crops, pastures for animals, and orchards.
- Forests: A large part (37.2%) is covered by forests.
- Buildings and Roads: About 12.9% of the land has buildings or roads.
- Unused Land: A very small amount (0.2%) is unproductive land.
Coat of Arms
The blazon (official description) of Dürrenäsch's coat of arms is quite detailed! It shows a red lion standing on green hills. The lion is holding a black, rough tree stump. This design is a special symbol for the town.
People of Dürrenäsch (Demographics)
Dürrenäsch has a population of about 1,121 people.
Population Details
- Foreign Residents: About 9.9% of the people living here are from other countries.
- Languages: Most people (90.7%) speak German. Turkish is the second most common language (3.3%), followed by Serbo-Croatian (2.0%).
Age Groups (2008)
- Children (0-9 years): 11.5%
- Teenagers (10-19 years): 11.6%
- Young Adults (20-29 years): 11.0%
- Adults (30-59 years): 45.3%
- Seniors (60+ years): 20.3%
Homes and Households
- Average Household Size: On average, there are about 2.8 people living in each home.
- Home Ownership: About 65% of homes are owned by the people who live in them.
- Types of Homes: In 2008, more than half (54.5%) of the homes were single-family houses.
Education
People in Dürrenäsch are generally well-educated. About 71% of adults (aged 25-64) have finished high school or gone on to higher education, like a university or a specialized college. In the 2008/2009 school year, 83 students attended primary school in the town.
Economy of Dürrenäsch
The economy of Dürrenäsch involves different types of jobs.
Jobs and Businesses (2005-2007)
- Unemployment Rate: In 2007, the unemployment rate was low, at 1.06%.
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs like farming. About 55 people work in this area, with 22 businesses.
- Secondary Sector: This involves manufacturing and industry. About 158 people work here, with 12 businesses.
- Tertiary Sector: This covers services, like shops, offices, and healthcare. About 328 people work in this sector, with 30 businesses.
Commuting
Many people who live in Dürrenäsch travel to other towns for work. In 2000, about 69% of residents worked outside the town. However, 220 people also came into Dürrenäsch for work. Most people (55.6%) use a private car to get to work, while 8.3% use public transportation.
Religion
Based on the 2000 census:
- Swiss Reformed Church: 65.8% of the population belonged to this church.
- Roman Catholic: 10.8% were Roman Catholic.
- A small number (0.45%) belonged to the Christian Catholic faith.
Images for kids
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Aerial view of Dürrenäsch in 1964.
See also
In Spanish: Dürrenäsch para niños
