Hermetschwil-Staffeln facts for kids
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Hermetschwil-Staffeln
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 Hermetschwil-Staffeln
Location in Switzerland
Hermetschwil-Staffeln
Location in Canton of Aargau
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Aargau | |
| District | Bremgarten | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.34 km2 (1.29 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 406 m (1,332 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2011)
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| • Total | 1,126 | |
| • Density | 337.1/km2 (873.2/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
5626
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| Surrounded by | Besenbüren, Bremgarten, Bünzen, Rottenschwil, Unterlunkhofen, Waltenschwil, Zufikon | |
Hermetschwil-Staffeln used to be a small town, or "municipality," in Switzerland. It was located in the Aargau canton, which is like a state. In 2014, Hermetschwil-Staffeln joined with the nearby town of Bremgarten. So now, it's part of Bremgarten.
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A Look Back: Hermetschwil-Staffeln's History
Hermetschwil-Staffeln was first mentioned in old records in 1064. Back then, it was called Hermenswil. The village grew up around a place called Hermetschwil Convent.
For a long time, the area was controlled by the Austrian Habsburg family. Later, a powerful monastery called Muri Abbey owned many things in Hermetschwil. This included farms, a local inn, the mill, and even the ferry.
The Convent church always served as the main church for the local people. In 1878, the Convent closed down. Its farm then became an orphanage called St. Benedict.
For most of its history, Hermetschwil-Staffeln was a peaceful farming village. But in the 1960s, it started to grow. It became part of the larger Zurich area. Many new homes were built in the 1980s for the increasing number of people.
Exploring the Land: Hermetschwil-Staffeln's Geography
Hermetschwil-Staffeln covered an area of about 3.3 square kilometers (1.3 square miles). A big part of this land, about 54%, was used for farming. Forests covered another 31%.
About 10% of the land had buildings or roads. The rest, about 4.5%, was made up of rivers or lakes.
The village is located on a small hill next to the Reuss River. It has two main parts: Hermetschwil, which is closer to the river, and Staffeln, which is higher up in the hills. Hermetschwil-Staffeln is just a short drive from Bremgarten. You can also get there by bus.
Symbols and Identity: The Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. Hermetschwil-Staffeln's coat of arms shows a golden snake with a crown on a blue background. This design is called Azure an Asp crowned Or.
Who Lives Here: Population and People
In 2011, Hermetschwil-Staffeln had 1,126 people living there. Over the past 10 years, the population grew by about 12.4%.
Most people in Hermetschwil-Staffeln speak German, about 96% of them. A smaller number speak Italian or French.
In 2008, about 10% of the population were children under 9 years old. Teenagers (10-19 years old) made up about 16%. Most adults were between 40 and 49 years old.
Many people in Hermetschwil-Staffeln have finished high school or gone on to higher education. In the 2008/2009 school year, 102 students attended primary school in the village.
Here's how the population has changed over time:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1850 | 346 | — |
| 1900 | 389 | +12.4% |
| 1950 | 379 | −2.6% |
| 1980 | 498 | +31.4% |
| 2000 | 1,087 | +118.3% |
Important Places: Heritage Sites
Some buildings in Hermetschwil-Staffeln are very important to Swiss history. The Benedictine Convent of St. Martin is one of these. Another is the old Gasthaus, which was a hotel and restaurant, at Dorfstrasse 9. These are listed as important national heritage sites.
Working and Living: Economy and Services
Hermetschwil-Staffeln has some local services for its residents. You can find the local town hall, a bank ATM, a primary school, and a kindergarten. New apartment buildings are also being built to create more homes.
In 2005, there were 24 people working in farming. There were also 73 people working in manufacturing and construction. About 125 people worked in services, like shops or offices.
Most people who live in Hermetschwil-Staffeln travel outside the village for work. About 85% of residents work in other towns. Only a small number of people, about 96, come into Hermetschwil-Staffeln for their jobs.
Beliefs: Religion
Based on a 2000 survey, most people in Hermetschwil-Staffeln are Roman Catholic, about 55.5%. Another 28.5% belong to the Swiss Reformed Church.
