Kippel facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kippel
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 Kippel
Location in Switzerland
Kippel
Location in Canton of Valais
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Valais | |
| District | Raron | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 11.68 km2 (4.51 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,376 m (4,514 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 310 | |
| • Density | 26.5/km2 (68.7/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
3917
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| Surrounded by | Ferden, Kandersteg (BE), Niedergesteln, Wiler (Lötschen) | |
Kippel is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Valais region of Switzerland. It's part of the Raron district. Kippel is known for its beautiful mountain views and traditional Swiss charm.
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History of Kippel
Kippel was first mentioned in official records way back in 1437. At that time, it was called Kypil. This shows that people have lived in this area for a very long time!
Geography and Nature
Kippel covers an area of about 11.7 square kilometers (about 4.5 square miles). A big part of this land, about 35%, is covered by forests. Another 23% is used for farming.
The village itself takes up a small part of the land, about 1.7%. The rest of the area includes rivers, lakes, and unproductive land like rocky mountains. Kippel is located in the upper part of the Lötschental valley. It is the biggest village in this valley.
Kippel's Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. Kippel's coat of arms is red with a silver "X" shape in the middle. On either side of the "X" are two golden stars. This design is unique to Kippel.
People of Kippel
Kippel has a population of about 383 people (as of December 2002). Most people in Kippel speak German. In fact, almost everyone, about 99%, speaks German as their main language. A very small number of people speak French.
Over the years, the number of people living in Kippel has changed a bit. The chart below shows how the population has grown and shrunk over time.
Important Sights
The entire village of Kippel is considered a special historical place. It is part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means its buildings and layout are protected because they are important to Swiss history and culture.
Economy and Jobs
Kippel has a small but active economy. Many people work in the "tertiary sector." This means they work in services, like hotels, restaurants, shops, or transportation. Some people also work in farming.
A small number of people work in construction. Many residents of Kippel travel to other towns for work. Public transportation and private cars are common ways for people to get to their jobs.
Transportation
Kippel is located on the main road that goes through the Lötschental valley. This road connects Kippel to other towns like Steg and Goppenstein. The road ends at a place called Fafleralp.
There is a PostAuto bus service that runs along this road. This bus connects Kippel to the Goppenstein railway station. Some buses even continue all the way to Steg.
Religion
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Most people in Kippel are Roman Catholic. A small number of people belong to the Swiss Reformed Church.
Education
Many adults in Kippel have completed their high school education. Some have also gone on to get higher education from a university or a specialized college.
