Franches-Montagnes (district) facts for kids
The District of Franches-Montagnes is a special area in Switzerland. It's like a county or region within the Jura canton. A canton is one of Switzerland's states. The main town, or capital, of this district is Saignelégier. Most people here speak French. At the end of 2005, about 9,865 people lived in Franches-Montagnes.
Exploring the Franches-Montagnes District
The Franches-Montagnes District is known for its beautiful landscapes. It is located in the western part of Switzerland. This area is famous for its wide-open spaces and forests. It's a great place for outdoor activities.
Towns and Villages in Franches-Montagnes
The district is made up of 19 different towns and villages. These are called municipalities. Each municipality has its own local government. The largest town is Saignelégier, which is also the capital.
Here is a list of the municipalities in Franches-Montagnes:
| Municipality | Population (31 Dec 2005) |
Area, km² |
|---|---|---|
| Epauvillers | 148 | 8.43 |
| Epiquerez | 88 | 9.41 |
| Goumois | 92 | 8.54 |
| La Chaux-des-Breuleux | 88 | 4.12 |
| Lajoux | 667 | 12.35 |
| Le Bémont | 346 | 11.64 |
| Le Noirmont | 1629 | 20.40 |
| Le Peuchapatte | 39 | 2.57 |
| Les Bois | 1087 | 24.70 |
| Les Breuleux | 1307 | 10.80 |
| Les Enfers | 141 | 7.09 |
| Les Genevez | 511 | 13.64 |
| Les Pommerats | 253 | 11.51 |
| Montfaucon | 486 | 14.82 |
| Montfavergier | 33 | 3.45 |
| Muriaux | 452 | 14.33 |
| Saignelégier | 2120 | 11.67 |
| Saint-Brais | 224 | 15.19 |
| Soubey | 154 | 13.51 |
| Total | 9865 | 218.17 |
See also
In Spanish: Distrito de Franches-Montagnes para niños
