Fraubrunnen (district) facts for kids

The coat of arms for Fraubrunnen.

The Fraubrunnen district was a part of Switzerland. It was located in the canton of Bern. A district is like a group of towns and villages that are managed together. Fraubrunnen district had 27 different municipalities, which are like small towns or villages. It covered an area of about 123.5 square kilometers.

Understanding Districts in Switzerland

In Switzerland, a district is a way to organize different towns and villages. Think of it like a county or a region. Districts help manage local services and government. The Fraubrunnen district was one of these areas in the canton of Bern.

What is a Canton?

A canton in Switzerland is similar to a state in other countries. Switzerland has 26 cantons, and each one has its own government and laws. The canton of Bern is one of the largest cantons in Switzerland.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is a small town or village with its own local government. Each municipality in the Fraubrunnen district had its own leaders and rules. They worked together as part of the larger district.

Towns and Villages of Fraubrunnen

The Fraubrunnen district was made up of 27 different municipalities. These places varied in size and how many people lived there. For example, Münchenbuchsee was the largest municipality by population. It had over 9,500 people. On the other hand, Ballmoos was one of the smallest, with only 54 people.

Here is a list of the municipalities that were part of the Fraubrunnen district, along with their population and area in 2005:

Changes to Districts in Bern

Over time, the way districts are organized can change. The Fraubrunnen district is now a "former district." This means that the areas it covered have been reorganized into new, larger districts. This happens to make local government more efficient.

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In Spanish: Distrito de Fraubrunnen para niños