Dals-Ed Municipality facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Dals-Ed Municipality
Dals-Eds kommun
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| Country | Sweden | |
| County | Västra Götaland County | |
| Seat | Ed | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 830.9 km2 (320.8 sq mi) | |
| • Land | 729.72 km2 (281.75 sq mi) | |
| • Water | 101.18 km2 (39.07 sq mi) | |
| Area as of January 1, 2010. | ||
| Population
(June 30, 2012)
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| • Total | 4,706 | |
| • Density | 5.6637/km2 (14.6690/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| ISO 3166 code | SE | |
| Province | Dalsland | |
| Municipal code | 1438 | |
| Website | www.dalsed.se | |
| Density is calculated using land area only. | ||
The Dals-Ed Municipality (Dals-Eds kommun) is a special area in Sweden. It is like a local government district. You can find it in Västra Götaland County in western Sweden. It is right next to the border with Norway. The main town, or seat, of this municipality is called Ed.
This municipality was created in 1952. Six smaller areas joined together to form it. Its borders have stayed the same since 1971.
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What is the main town in Dals-Ed?
The only big town in the Dals-Ed Municipality is Ed. This is where most people live and where the local government is based.
Who lives in Dals-Ed?
About 4,745 people live in Dals-Ed Municipality. This number includes everyone, from babies to adults. Many of these people are Swedish citizens who are old enough to vote. The local government collects information about the people living here. This helps them understand the community better.
What can you do in Dals-Ed?
Dals-Ed Municipality is in a historical area called Dalsland. People often say that Dalsland is a place where you will not feel crowded. This is very true for Dals-Ed! It is the least crowded municipality in Västra Götaland County. There are only about 6.7 people living in each square kilometer.
The municipality offers a very calm and peaceful environment. Nature lovers will enjoy it here. There are around 400 lakes where you can swim, go canoeing, fish, or take boat tours. You can also find several nature reserves. The northernmost oak forests in Sweden grow here. Plus, the large Tresticklan National Park is also located within the municipality. It is a great place to explore nature!
If you are interested in history, Dals-Ed has many ancient sites. There are about 60 old grave fields and burial places to discover. These show how people lived long ago.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Dals-Ed para niños
