Meierskappel facts for kids

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Meierskappel Location in Switzerland Show map of Switzerland Meierskappel Location in Canton of Lucerne Show map of Canton of Lucerne
Country	Switzerland
Canton	Lucerne
District	Lucerne-Land
Area
• Total	6.8 km2 (2.6 sq mi)
Elevation	497 m (1,631 ft)
Population  (Dec 2020 )
• Total	1,477
• Density	217.2/km2 (563/sq mi)
Postal code	6344
Surrounded by	Küssnacht (SZ), Risch (ZG), Root, Udligenswil, Walchwil (ZG), Zug (ZG)

Meierskappel is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the canton of Lucerne in Switzerland. It is part of the Lucerne-Land area. This charming place is known for its beautiful natural surroundings.

History of Meierskappel

Meierskappel has a long history. It was first mentioned in official records way back in 1160. At that time, it was known simply as Cappell.

Geography of Meierskappel

Meierskappel covers an area of about 6.8 square kilometers (2.6 square miles). A large part of this land, about 66%, is used for farming. Forests cover another 25% of the area. The remaining land, around 9%, is where buildings and roads are located.

The town is situated on the southeast side of the Rooterberg mountain. It also stretches all the way to the beautiful Lake Zug.

People and Life in Meierskappel

Meierskappel has a population of about 1,400 people. Around 12.5% of the people living here are from other countries. Over the past ten years, the number of people living in Meierskappel has grown by about 19%.

Most people in Meierskappel speak German, which is the main language. A small number of people also speak English or Dutch.

Education and Work

Many adults in Meierskappel have completed higher education. This means they have gone to a university or a special college. About 78% of people aged 25-64 have finished advanced schooling.

The town has different types of jobs. Many people work in farming, which is called the primary economic sector. Others work in manufacturing or construction, known as the secondary sector. The tertiary sector includes jobs in services, like shops or offices.

Homes and Families

In Meierskappel, there are many different types of homes. Some homes are for single people, while others are large houses for big families. Most of the buildings are houses, with some also used for businesses.

Beliefs and Community

Most people in Meierskappel are Christian. The largest group is Roman Catholic, and another group is Protestant. There are also a few people who follow other religions, like Islam. Some people do not belong to any organized religion.

Population Over Time

The number of people living in Meierskappel has changed a lot over the centuries. Here is a look at how the population has grown and shrunk:

Images for kids

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  A farm in Meierskappel.

See also

In Spanish: Meierskappel para niños