Hünenberg facts for kids

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Hünenberg Location in Switzerland Show map of Switzerland Hünenberg Location in Canton of Zug Show map of Canton of Zug
Country	Switzerland
Canton	Zug
District	n.a.
Area
• Total	18.41 km2 (7.11 sq mi)
Elevation	444 m (1,457 ft)
Lowest elevation (Reussspitz)	388 m (1,273 ft)
Population  (Dec 2020 )
• Total	8,768
• Density	476.26/km2 (1,233.5/sq mi)
Postal code	6331
Surrounded by	Cham, Dietwil (AG), Maschwanden (ZH), Merenschwand (AG), Mühlau (AG), Oberrüti (AG), Obfelden (ZH), Risch, Sins (AG), Zug
Twin towns	Banská Štiavnica (Slovakia)

Hünenberg is a town, also called a municipality, located in the canton of Zug in Switzerland. It is a vibrant community with a rich history and a growing population.

History of Hünenberg

Ruins of Hünenberg Castle

Hünenberg was first mentioned in old writings around 1173. Back then, it was called de Hunberg. Some people think this first mention might not be real, like a fake document.

Later, in 1185, it was called de Hunoberg. In 1239, the name changed slightly to de Hunaberc. These old names help us understand how the town's name developed over many centuries.

Geography and Landscape

Hünenberg covers an area of about 18.4 square kilometers (about 7.1 square miles). A large part of this land, about 63.4%, is used for farming. This means there are many fields and farms in the area.

About 17% of Hünenberg is covered by forests. These green areas are important for nature and offer places for people to explore. About 12.3% of the land has buildings and roads. The remaining 7.3% includes natural features like rivers.

The town is located between three important water bodies. These are the Reuss River, the Lorze River, and Lake Zug. These rivers and the lake add to the beautiful scenery of Hünenberg.

People and Population

Hünenberg has a population of 8,768 people. In 2007, about 12.1% of the people living in Hünenberg were from other countries. Over the past ten years, the number of people living in Hünenberg has grown quite a lot, by about 21.1%.

Languages Spoken

Most people in Hünenberg speak German. About 91.7% of the population uses German as their main language. English is the second most common language, spoken by 1.8% of the people. French is the third most common, spoken by 1.3%.

Political Participation

In the 2007 national election, people in Hünenberg voted for different political groups. The most popular group was the SVP, which received 27.5% of the votes. Other popular groups included the CVP (26.7%), the FDP (21.9%), and the Green Party (15.3%). These groups represent different ideas about how the country should be run.

Education Levels

Many adults in Hünenberg have completed a good level of education. About 85.9% of people aged 25 to 64 have finished either a non-mandatory upper secondary education or even higher education. This higher education could be at a university or a specialized college called a Fachhochschule.

Working Life

Hünenberg has a low unemployment rate, which means most people who want to work can find jobs. The unemployment rate is about 1.39%.

The jobs in Hünenberg can be divided into three main types:

• Primary sector: This includes jobs related to farming and natural resources. In 2005, about 253 people worked in this area, with 74 businesses.
• Secondary sector: This involves jobs in manufacturing and construction. There were 1,092 people working in this sector, with 95 businesses.
• Tertiary sector: This covers jobs in services, like shops, offices, and healthcare. This is the largest sector, with 2,881 people employed and 445 businesses.

Population Changes Over Time

The table below shows how the population of Hünenberg has changed throughout history:

Education in Hünenberg

Hünenberg is home to a campus of the International School of Zug and Luzern. This campus is called the Riverside campus. It offers upper secondary, or senior high school, classes for students.

Important Heritage Sites

The Catholic Church of St. Wolfgang is a very important building in Hünenberg. It is listed as a heritage site of national significance. This means it is a culturally important place for the whole country.

See also

In Spanish: Hünenberg para niños