Munster, Haut-Rhin facts for kids
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Location in France
Munster
Location in Grand Est
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Grand Est | |
| Department | Haut-Rhin | |
| Arrondissement | Colmar-Ribeauvillé | |
| Canton | Wintzenheim | |
| Intercommunality | Vallée de Munster | |
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8.64 km2 (3.34 sq mi) | |
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4,707 | |
| • Density | 544.8/km2 (1,411.0/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
68226 /68140
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| Elevation | 341–794 m (1,119–2,605 ft) (avg. 380 m or 1,250 ft) |
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Munster (French pronunciation: [mœ̃stɛʁ]; German: Münster im Elsass) is a charming town in north-eastern France. It is located in the Haut-Rhin area, part of the Grand Est region. You can find Munster nestled in the beautiful Vosges mountains, in the valley of the Fecht river. It's about 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) west of the city of Colmar.
Munster is famous for its delicious Munster cheese. The town's name comes from a very old abbey or monastery that was built there in the 7th century.
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Understanding Munster's Population
Munster is home to many people, and its population has changed over time. The people who live in Munster are called munstériens in French.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
| 1968 | 4,888 | — |
| 1975 | 4,932 | +0.13% |
| 1982 | 4,661 | −0.80% |
| 1990 | 4,657 | −0.01% |
| 1999 | 4,884 | +0.53% |
| 2007 | 4,990 | +0.27% |
| 2012 | 4,791 | −0.81% |
| 2017 | 4,606 | −0.78% |
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Famous People from Munster
Munster and its surrounding area have been home to some notable individuals.
Albert Schweitzer's Early Life
Albert Schweitzer was a famous doctor, musician, and philosopher. He grew up in a nearby village called Gunsbach. This was in the late 1800s, when the region was part of the German Empire. Today, Gunsbach is home to an international group called AISL. This group helps continue Albert Schweitzer's important work.
Dom George Franck, Musician
Dom George Franck was an organist and composer. He was born in Munster around 1690. He created beautiful music during his lifetime.
Exploring Munster: A Visual Tour
Munster is a town with lovely views and interesting streets.
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A street view showing both the Protestant and Catholic churches in the background.
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A view of the town square, Place du Marché, with the town hall.
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A view of Rue du 9e Zouaves, one of Munster's streets.
See also
In Spanish: Munster (Alto Rin) para niños
