Dombresson facts for kids
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Dombresson
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 Dombresson
Location in Switzerland
Dombresson
Location in Canton of Neuchâtel
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Neuchâtel | |
| District | Val-de-Ruz | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 12.77 km2 (4.93 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 742 m (2,434 ft) | |
| Population
(December 2011)
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| • Total | 1,607 | |
| • Density | 125.84/km2 (325.93/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
2056
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| Surrounded by | Chézard-Saint-Martin, Le Pâquier, Savagnier, Sonvilier (BE), Villiers | |
Dombresson was once a small town, known as a municipality, located in the Val-de-Ruz area of Switzerland. It was part of the canton (like a state or province) of Neuchâtel.
On January 1, 2013, Dombresson joined with 14 other nearby towns. These towns merged to form a new, larger municipality called Val-de-Ruz. This means Dombresson is no longer a separate municipality but is now part of a bigger community.
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Where is Dombresson?
Dombresson is located in the western part of Switzerland. It sits in the Jura Mountains, which are known for their beautiful landscapes. The town is found in the Val-de-Ruz district, which is a valley area.
What is a Canton?
In Switzerland, a canton is like a state or a large region. Each canton has its own government and laws, similar to how states work in other countries. Dombresson was part of the Neuchâtel canton, which is known for speaking French.
What is a Municipality?
A municipality is a small local government area. It's like a town or a village with its own local leaders. Before 2013, Dombresson had its own local government. When it merged, its local services became part of the larger Val-de-Ruz municipality.
Life in Dombresson
Before the merger, Dombresson was home to about 1,607 people in December 2011. It covered an area of about 12.77 square kilometers (about 4.9 square miles). The town is located at an elevation of 742 meters (about 2,434 feet) above sea level.
What Languages are Spoken?
The main language spoken in Dombresson and the surrounding Neuchâtel canton is French. This is common in the western part of Switzerland.
Nearby Towns
Dombresson was surrounded by several other municipalities before the merger. These included Chézard-Saint-Martin, Le Pâquier, Savagnier, Sonvilier (which is in a different canton, Bern), and Villiers. These towns are now all part of the larger Val-de-Ruz area.
Dombresson Today
Even though Dombresson is no longer a separate municipality, the area still exists. It keeps its name and its unique history. People still live there, and it remains a part of the beautiful Swiss landscape. The merger helped combine resources and services for the communities in the Val-de-Ruz valley.
