Liestal (district) facts for kids

Liestal District is one of the five main areas, called districts, in the canton of Basel-Landschaft in Switzerland. Think of a district like a county or a region within a larger state. The main city and capital of the Liestal District is Liestal. This city is also the capital of the entire Basel-Landschaft canton. As of March 31, 2017, about 60,655 people lived in the Liestal District.

About Liestal District

The Liestal District is an important part of the Basel-Landschaft canton. It helps manage local services and represents the people living there. The district works with the canton to make sure things like schools, roads, and public safety are well taken care of.

Where is Liestal District?

The Liestal District is located in the northwestern part of Switzerland. It is part of the Basel-Landschaft canton, which is known for its beautiful landscapes and historical towns. Being close to the city of Basel, it's a busy and well-connected area.

How Many People Live Here?

In 2017, the Liestal District had a population of over 60,000 people. This makes it one of the more populated districts in the Basel-Landschaft canton. The number of people living in an area helps local leaders plan for future needs, like new schools or parks.

Towns and Villages

The Liestal District is made up of 14 different municipalities. Each municipality is like a small town or village with its own local government. They all work together as part of the larger district. The capital city, Liestal, is one of these municipalities.

Here are the 14 municipalities in the Liestal District:

• Arisdorf
• Augst
• Bubendorf
• Frenkendorf
• Füllinsdorf
• Giebenach
• Hersberg
• Lausen
• Liestal
• Lupsingen
• Pratteln
• Ramlinsburg
• Seltisberg
• Ziefen

See also

In Spanish: Distrito de Liestal para niños