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Country	Switzerland
Canton	Thurgau
District	Weinfelden
Area
• Total	8.01 km2 (3.09 sq mi)
Elevation	570 m (1,870 ft)
Population  (Dec 2020 )
• Total	612
• Density	76.40/km2 (197.89/sq mi)
Postal code	9216
Surrounded by	Bischofszell, Erlen, Kradolf-Schönenberg, Sulgen, Zihlschlacht-Sitterdorf

Hohentannen is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Weinfelden District in the canton of Thurgau in Switzerland. It's a charming place that has kept its farming village feel, even with some new houses being built.

History of Hohentannen

An aerial view of Hohentannen in 1959

Hohentannen was first mentioned in old records in 1256. Back then, it was called Hontannon. Later, in 1275, it was known as in Hohentannun. For many centuries, from the Middle Ages until 1798, the local laws and courts (called "lower courts") were managed by someone who was given permission (a "fief") by the Bishop of Constance.

Hohentannen, along with nearby Sitterdorf, Heidelberg, and Oetlishausen, all belonged to the same church area, or parish, of Bischofszell. Over time, some of these smaller places joined Hohentannen. Heidelberg and Oetlishausen became part of the municipality in 1812. Then, in 1874, a very small village called Hummelberg also joined.

Originally, Hohentannen was on an important road between Sulgen and Bischofszell. But in 1823, the road was moved to the valley, making Hohentannen a bit more peaceful and off the main path.

In the late 1800s, the main jobs in Hohentannen changed. People used to farm crops and grow grapes for wine (viticulture). But then, they started focusing more on raising cattle and producing dairy products like milk and cheese. Around 1900, many small businesses that made embroidered items also popped up in the village. Today, digging for gravel is an important way for the town to earn money.

Geography and Landscape

Hohentannen covers an area of about 8 square kilometers (which is about 3 square miles). A big part of this land, about 73.3%, is used for farming. This means you'll see lots of fields and farms.

About 17.3% of the municipality is covered by forests, which are great for nature and wildlife. The rest of the land is used for buildings, roads, and a small amount of rivers or lakes.

Hohentannen is located in the Weinfelden District. It sits on the hills northeast of the town of Bischofszell. The municipality includes the main village of Hohentannen, plus smaller villages like Oetlishausen, Heidelberg, and Heldswil.

Population and People

Hohentannen has a population of about 607 people (as of December 2007). The number of people living here has changed a little over the years.

Most people in Hohentannen speak German, which is the main language. A small number of people also speak Serbo-Croatian or Portuguese.

In 2008, there were slightly more men (52.3%) than women (47.7%) living in Hohentannen. Most of the people living here are Swiss citizens.

The population of Hohentannen is made up of different age groups:

• About 11.6% are children aged 0 to 9 years old.
• About 19.7% are teenagers aged 10 to 19.
• Adults aged 20 to 59 make up a large part of the population.
• About 16.9% of the population are seniors, aged 60 and older.

In 2000, there were 212 homes in Hohentannen, with about 2.7 people living in each home on average. Most of the buildings were single-family homes.

The historical population of Hohentannen is shown in this table:

Local Economy

In Hohentannen, people work in different types of jobs.

• The primary economic sector involves jobs related to nature, like farming. In 2005, 113 people worked in this area, mostly on farms.
• The secondary sector includes jobs like manufacturing or building things. About 45 people worked in this sector.
• The tertiary sector is about services, like shops, offices, or healthcare. About 46 people worked in this sector.

Many people who live in Hohentannen travel to other towns for work. In 2000, about 37.5% of the people living here worked outside the municipality. However, some people also travel into Hohentannen for work. Most people use a private car to get to work, while a smaller number use public transportation.

Religion

Based on information from the year 2000:

• About 29.2% of the people in Hohentannen were Roman Catholic.
• About 52.6% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church, which is a Protestant church.
• A smaller number of people belonged to other Christian churches or were Islamic.
• Some people did not belong to any church or preferred not to say.

Education

In Switzerland, most people are well-educated. In Hohentannen, about 74.5% of adults (between 25 and 64 years old) have completed education beyond basic schooling. This includes either non-mandatory upper secondary education (like vocational training or a high school diploma) or higher education, such as going to a university or a Fachhochschule (a university of applied sciences).

Sights to See

The entire area of Oetlishausen, which is part of Hohentannen, is recognized as an important Swiss Heritage Site. This means it has special historical or cultural value and is protected.

See also

In Spanish: Hohentannen para niños