L'Abbaye facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
L'Abbaye
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Church tower of L'Abbaye
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 L'Abbaye
Location in Switzerland
L'Abbaye
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Jura-Nord Vaudois | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 31.88 km2 (12.31 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,014 m (3,327 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 1,474 | |
| • Density | 46.236/km2 (119.75/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1344 L'Abbaye
1346 Les Bioux 1342 Le Pont |
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| Surrounded by | Le Chenit, Le Lieu, L'Isle, Mont-la-Ville, Montricher, Vallorbe, Vaulion | |
L'Abbaye is a municipality in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland. It is located in the Jura-Nord Vaudois district. This town is found in the beautiful Vallée de Joux (Joux Valley). Its name comes from an old monastery called Lac de Joux Abbey.
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History of L'Abbaye
L'Abbaye became its own independent town in 1571. Before that, it was part of another municipality called Le Lieu.
Geography and Location
L'Abbaye covers an area of about 31.88 square kilometers (12.31 square miles). A large part of this land, about 60.7%, is covered by forests. Another 34% is used for farming.
The town itself, including buildings and roads, makes up about 3.7% of the area. Lakes and rivers cover 1% of the land.
L'Abbaye is located on the eastern shore of Lac de Joux, a beautiful lake. The town sits at an elevation of about 1000 to 1600 meters (3,280 to 5,250 feet). It is right in the middle of the Vallée de Joux, within the Jura mountains. The municipality also includes the smaller villages of Les Bioux and Le Pont.
Town Symbols: Coat of Arms
The coat of arms for L'Abbaye is quite unique. It features a black bear's head with a silver outline. This bear head is placed on a red banner that has three golden scallop shells.
Population and People
L'Abbaye has a population of about 1,243 people (as of 2003). Over the last ten years (1999–2009), the population has grown by about 4.1%. This growth mostly comes from people moving into the area.
Most people in L'Abbaye speak French, which is 94% of the population. A smaller number of people speak German (2.5%) or Portuguese (1.5%).
Many residents were born in L'Abbaye or elsewhere in the same canton (Vaud). About 15.3% of the population was born outside of Switzerland.
Age Groups in L'Abbaye
In 2009, the population of L'Abbaye included:
- Children (0-9 years old): 9.4%
- Teenagers (10-19 years old): 13.3%
- Young adults (20-29 years old): 9.4%
- Adults (30-59 years old): 40.7%
- Seniors (60 years and older): 26.5%
Homes and Households
In 2000, there were 569 private homes in L'Abbaye. On average, each home had 2.2 people living in it. About 36.4% of homes were single-person households.
Most of the buildings in L'Abbaye are single-family homes (58.9%). Many of these older homes were built before 1919.
Important Heritage Sites
L'Abbaye is home to some important historical places. The Manoir De Haute Roche is a special building listed as a Swiss heritage site of national significance. This means it's very important to the country's history and culture.
Also, the entire village of Le Pont, which is part of L'Abbaye, is recognized as an Inventory of Swiss Heritage Site.
Economy and Jobs
In 2010, the unemployment rate in L'Abbaye was 3.5%. This means most people who wanted a job had one.
The economy of L'Abbaye is divided into three main sectors:
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs like farming. About 28 people worked in this area in 2008.
- Secondary Sector: This involves manufacturing and construction. A large number of people, about 926, worked in this sector. Most of these jobs were in manufacturing.
- Tertiary Sector: This covers services like sales, transportation, hotels, and healthcare. Around 182 people were employed in this sector.
Many people who work in L'Abbaye travel there from other towns. About 33.3% of the workers coming into L'Abbaye are from outside Switzerland. Most people (69.5%) use a private car to get to work, while 7% use public transportation.
Religion in L'Abbaye
According to the 2000 census, the main religious groups in L'Abbaye were:
- Swiss Reformed Church: 47.4%
- Roman Catholic: 20.6%
- Other Christian churches: 17.02%
About 12.58% of the population said they belonged to no church or were agnostic or atheist.
Education System
In L'Abbaye, about 32.9% of the population has completed upper secondary education. This is education after primary school that is not mandatory. About 10.9% have gone on to higher education, like university.
In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 146 students in the L'Abbaye school district.
- The canton (state) of Vaud provides two years of optional pre-school.
- Primary school lasts for four years, and there were 67 students in municipal primary schools.
- Lower secondary school is mandatory for six years, with 78 students attending these schools.
Most students from L'Abbaye attend schools within the municipality. However, some students (141 residents) go to schools outside of L'Abbaye.
See also
In Spanish: L'Abbaye para niños
Images for kids
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Church tower of L'Abbaye
