Fiez facts for kids
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Fiez
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 Fiez
Location in Switzerland
Fiez
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Jura-Nord Vaudois | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 6.83 km2 (2.64 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 520 m (1,710 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 451 | |
| • Density | 66.03/km2 (171.02/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1420
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| Surrounded by | Bullet, Buttes (NE), Champagne, Fontaines-sur-Grandson, Giez, Grandson, La Côte-aux-Fées (NE), Sainte-Croix | |
Fiez is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Jura-Nord Vaudois area of the canton of Vaud in Switzerland. It's a charming place with a rich history and beautiful natural surroundings.
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Exploring Fiez: A Look at Its Past
Fiez was first mentioned way back in the year 885. At that time, it was known as Figiaco. This shows that people have lived in and around Fiez for a very long time!
Fiez's Location and Landscape
Fiez covers an area of about 6.84 square kilometers (that's about 2.64 square miles). A big part of this land, about 61.8%, is used for farming. This means there are lots of fields and crops growing here.
About 34.6% of Fiez is covered by forests, which are great for exploring nature. A smaller part, about 2.9%, has buildings and roads. There are also some rivers and lakes, making up about 0.3% of the area.
Fiez is nestled at the foot of the Jura Mountains. It sits on the right side of the Arnon river. The town also has a special part of land called an exclave (a piece of land that belongs to Fiez but is not connected to the main part). This exclave is located north of the Chasseron mountain and has places where animals are taken for grazing during different seasons.
Understanding the Fiez Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. It's like a unique badge for the town. The coat of arms for Fiez has a blue background. It features a wavy silver stripe in the middle, with two silver arrow points on either side.
Who Lives in Fiez?
Fiez has a population of about 411 people (as of 2023). A small part of the population, about 11.5%, are people from other countries. The population of Fiez has been growing steadily.
Most people in Fiez speak French, which is the main language. A smaller number of people speak German or Spanish.
Many people who live in Fiez were born there, or in the same canton (region) of Switzerland. Others have moved to Fiez from different parts of Switzerland or from other countries.
The people in Fiez are of all ages! In 2009, about 14.1% of the population were children aged 0 to 9, and 14.6% were teenagers aged 10 to 19. This means there are lots of young people in the town.
The chart below shows how the population of Fiez has changed over many years:
Special Places in Fiez
The entire village of Fiez is recognized as an important part of Swiss heritage. This means it has historical and cultural value that is protected.
What People Do for Work in Fiez
In Fiez, people work in different types of jobs.
- Primary sector: Some people work in farming, which is part of the primary sector. This involves growing crops and raising animals.
- Secondary sector: Others work in the secondary sector, which includes manufacturing. This means making things in factories or workshops.
- Tertiary sector: The largest number of jobs are in the tertiary sector, which includes services. This can be anything from working in shops, restaurants, or schools.
Many people who live in Fiez travel to other towns for their jobs. Most of them use private cars to get to work.
Religion in Fiez
In Fiez, many people belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. A smaller number of people are Roman Catholic or belong to other Christian churches. There are also some people who are Islamic. About 14% of the population do not belong to any church.
Learning and Schools in Fiez
Education is important in Fiez. Many adults have finished high school, and some have gone on to university or other higher education.
In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 74 students in the Fiez school district. Children start with four years of primary school. After that, they go to lower secondary school for six years.
Some students who live in Fiez go to schools in other towns, and some students from other towns come to school in Fiez.
Famous People from Fiez
- Pierre Gilliard (1879–1962) was a Swiss academic and writer. He was famous for being the French language tutor to the children of Nicholas II of Russia, who was the last Emperor of Russia.
See also
In Spanish: Fiez para niños
