Gibloux facts for kids
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Gibloux
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 Gibloux
Location in Switzerland
Gibloux
Location in Canton of Fribourg
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Fribourg | |
| District | Sarine | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 36.06 km2 (13.92 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 687 m (2,254 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 7,622 | |
| • Density | 211.37/km2 (547.45/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1695-6, 1726-8
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| Surrounded by | Autigny, Arconciel, Cottens, Hauterive, Le Glèbe, Pont-en-Ogoz | |
Gibloux is a cool place in Switzerland, located in the canton of Fribourg. It's like a town or a group of villages that work together. Gibloux was created on January 1, 2016, when five smaller places decided to join up: Corpataux-Magnedens, Farvagny, Le Glèbe, Rossens, and Vuisternens-en-Ogoz.
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History of Gibloux
Early Beginnings of Rossens
One of the villages that makes up Gibloux is called Rossens. We know about Rossens from very old records. It was first mentioned way back in 1162! For a long time, it was also known by its German name, Rossing, but people don't use that name anymore.
Geography of Gibloux
Land Use and Natural Beauty
Gibloux covers a total area of about 36 square kilometers. A big part of this land, almost 64%, is used for farming. This means there are lots of fields and grasslands where crops grow or animals graze.
About 24% of Gibloux is covered by forests. These green areas are important for wildlife and offer beautiful places to explore. The rest of the land is where buildings and roads are, making up about 11.6% of the area. There are also small parts of land that aren't used for anything, like rocky areas.
Changes Over Time
Over the years, the way land is used in Gibloux has changed a bit. Since 1981, the amount of land used for farming has gone down a little. At the same time, the amount of forested land has actually grown. This shows how the landscape is always slowly changing!
People of Gibloux
Who Lives Here?
Gibloux is home to many people. As of 2014, about 15% of the people living in Gibloux were from other countries. The population of Gibloux has been growing quite a lot, increasing by over 13% between 2010 and 2014.
Age Groups in the Community
The community in Gibloux has people of all ages. In 2014:
- About 25% of the population were children and teenagers (from birth up to 19 years old).
- Most people, about 63%, were adults (between 20 and 64 years old).
- Around 12% of the population were seniors (over 64 years old).
This mix of ages helps make Gibloux a lively and diverse place!
Economy of Gibloux
How People Work and Live
Gibloux is considered a "peri-urban" community. This means it's located near a larger city, Fribourg, and many people who live in Gibloux might work in the city. It's part of the bigger Fribourg area, where many towns and villages are connected.
Jobs and Businesses
In 2016, there were over 2,700 people working in Gibloux. Jobs are divided into three main types:
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs related to nature, like farming. About 193 people worked in 82 businesses in this area.
- Secondary Sector: These are jobs where people make things, like in factories or construction. About 1,102 people worked in 93 businesses in this sector.
- Tertiary Sector: This is the biggest group, including jobs that provide services, like shops, schools, or hospitals. About 1,461 people worked in 278 businesses in this sector.
Important Landmarks in Gibloux
Gibloux has some very old and important buildings that are considered national treasures. These sites are protected because they are part of Switzerland's history and culture.
- Illens Castle: You can see the ruins of this old castle. Castles often have amazing stories from long ago!
- Chapel of Notre-Dame de Posat: This is a beautiful old chapel. Chapels are small churches, and this one is very special.
- Church of Saint-Vincent: This church is another important historical building in Gibloux.
These places help us learn about the past and are great to visit!
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Notre-Dame Chapel
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Saint Vincent Church
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Illens Castle
