Ménières facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ménières
|
||
|---|---|---|
 |
||
|
||
 Ménières
Location in Switzerland
Ménières
Location in Canton of Fribourg
|
||
| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Fribourg | |
| District | Broye | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4.38 km2 (1.69 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 503 m (1,650 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
|
||
| • Total | 427 | |
| • Density | 97.49/km2 (252.5/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1533
|
|
| Surrounded by | Cugy, Fétigny, Granges-près-Marnand (VD), Les Montets, Sassel (VD) | |
Ménières is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It's located in the Broye district, which is part of the canton of Fribourg. It's a beautiful place in the heart of Europe.
Contents
A Look Back: History of Ménières
Ménières has a long history. It was first written about in the year 1228. Back then, it was known as hospitale de Meinires.
Exploring Ménières: Geography and Land Use
Ménières covers an area of about 4.4 square kilometers (1.7 square miles). A big part of this land, about 75%, is used for farming. This means there are lots of fields for growing crops.
About 15% of the area is covered by forests. The remaining land, about 9%, is where buildings and roads are located. This includes homes, businesses, and the paths people use to get around.
Ménières is located in the Broye district. It's in a special part of the district called an exclave, which means it's a piece of land that belongs to one area but is surrounded by another.
Ménières' Symbol: The Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol, like a flag or a coat of arms. The coat of arms for Ménières is a red shield with a golden boar. The boar is standing up, and it has silver tusks. In the top left corner, there's a silver star with a hole in the middle.
Who Lives Here: Population of Ménières
Ménières is home to over 300 people. A small part of the population, about 7%, are people from other countries. Over the last ten years, the number of people living in Ménières has grown quite a bit, by almost 30%. This growth is due to both people moving into the town and new babies being born.
Languages Spoken in Ménières
Most people in Ménières speak French as their main language. About 94% of the residents speak French. A smaller number of people, about 5%, speak German. Only a few people speak Italian.
Where People Come From
Many people in Ménières were born right there in the town. Others were born in the same canton (like a state) of Fribourg. Some people moved to Ménières from other parts of Switzerland, and a small number came from outside Switzerland.
Age Groups in Ménières
In Ménières, you'll find people of all ages. About 14% of the population are young children (0-9 years old). Teenagers (10-19 years old) make up about 13% of the population. Adults between 20 and 59 years old make up the largest group. There are also many senior citizens, with about 18% of the population being 60 years or older.
Historical Population Trends
The number of people living in Ménières has changed over time. The chart below shows how the population has grown and shrunk through the years.
Working in Ménières: Economy and Jobs
Ménières has a low unemployment rate, which means most people who want to work can find a job. Many people work in farming, which is called the primary economic sector. There are also jobs in manufacturing and construction, which are part of the secondary sector.
The tertiary sector includes jobs in services. This means people work in shops, restaurants, healthcare, and education. Many residents of Ménières work in these different areas.
Commuting to Work
Some people who live in Ménières travel to other towns for work. Also, a few people come into Ménières from other places to work. Most people in Ménières use a private car to get to their jobs. A smaller number use public transportation.
Faith and Beliefs: Religion in Ménières
Most people in Ménières are Roman Catholic. About 79% of the population follows this Christian faith. Another group, about 12%, belongs to the Swiss Reformed Church.
There are also a few people who follow other religions, like Orthodox Christianity or Islam. Some people in Ménières do not belong to any church or have different beliefs.
Learning in Ménières: Education System
In Switzerland, education is very important. In Ménières, many people have completed their high school education. Some have even gone on to get higher education from a university or a specialized college.
School System in Fribourg
The Canton of Fribourg has a clear school system:
- Kindergarten: One year of optional kindergarten.
- Primary School: Six years of primary school, which everyone must attend.
- Lower Secondary School: Three years of lower secondary school. Students are grouped based on their abilities.
- Upper Secondary School: After lower secondary, students can choose to go to an upper secondary school for three or four years. This can be a gymnasium (which prepares them for university) or a vocational program (which teaches job skills).
- Higher Education: After upper secondary, students can go to a university or continue with an apprenticeship to learn a trade.
Students in Ménières
In a recent school year, there were about 50 students attending primary school classes in Ménières. Some students from Ménières go to schools in nearby towns for kindergarten or secondary school, as these classes might not be available in Ménières itself. Also, some students from other towns come to Ménières for their schooling.
See also
In Spanish: Ménières para niños
