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Country	Switzerland
Canton	Aargau
District	Rheinfelden
Area
• Total	5.02 km2 (1.94 sq mi)
Elevation	377 m (1,237 ft)
Population  (Dec 2020 )
• Total	1,048
• Density	208.76/km2 (540.7/sq mi)
Postal code	4234
Surrounded by	Hellikon, Mumpf, Münchwilen, Schupfart, Stein, Zuzgen

Obermumpf is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is located in the Aargau canton, which is like a state or region. You can find it in the Rheinfelden district, nestled in the beautiful Fricktal valley. This charming place is known for its history and lovely natural surroundings.

A beautiful view of the vineyards in Obermumpf.

Exploring Obermumpf's Past

Ancient Roots and Roman Times

Long ago, it's thought that people from the Hallstatt culture lived near Obermumpf. This was during the late Bronze Age and early Iron Age. Even though we haven't found their exact settlement, clues suggest they were here.

Later, during the Roman era, a farm stood near where the village church is today. Its ruins have been discovered, showing us that Romans lived and worked here. On the edge of the village, tombs belonging to the Alamanni people were also found. They were a Germanic tribe from ancient times.

How Obermumpf Got Its Name

The modern name of Obermumpf first appeared around the years 1302-1304. It was written as Obermumphier. For a long time, until 1797, Obermumpf was part of the Austrian Habsburgs' area called Rheinfelden.

Joining the Canton of Aargau

After a big change in 1803 called the Act of Mediation, the entire Fricktal region became part of the new Aargau canton. This included Obermumpf. The local legal rights, known as "low justice," were first held by a manor house called Stein. These rights later went to the Austrians.

The Village Churches

The Church of St. Peter and Paul is a very old building. Its tower was built in 1494, and the main part of the church, called the nave, was added in 1738. The very first church on this spot, from the 8th century, was built on top of the old Roman farm ruins.

Since 1889, this church has been the center for the Christian Catholic community of Obermumpf-Wallbach. A separate Catholic church was built in 1893-94 and then rebuilt in 1962.

Understanding Obermumpf's Geography

Land Use and Natural Features

Obermumpf covers an area of about 5.03 square kilometers (about 1.94 square miles). A large part of this land, about 52.7%, is used for farming. Forests cover another big section, about 38.2% of the area.

About 9.1% of the land has buildings or roads. A very small part, 0.2%, is made up of rivers and streams. Most of the forested land is thick forest, and some areas have orchards or small groups of trees. For farming, people grow crops, use pastures for animals, and have orchards or vineyards.

Village Layout

Obermumpf is located in the Rheinfelden district, within the Fricktal valley. It is known as a "linear village." This means the village stretches out mostly along a road or a river, rather than being clustered in a round shape.

Obermumpf's Coat of Arms

Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. Obermumpf's coat of arms is described as: Or a Key and a Sword in saltire both Azure handled Sable. This means it shows a gold background with a blue key and a blue sword crossed over each other. The handles of the key and sword are black.

People of Obermumpf

Population and Languages

Obermumpf has a population of about 1,052 people. Around 10.6% of the people living here are from other countries. Most people in Obermumpf, about 93.0%, speak German. The second most common language is Albanian, spoken by about 3.5% of the population. French is the third most common, spoken by about 1.3%.

Age Groups in the Community

The population of Obermumpf includes people of all ages. About 9.4% are children aged 0-9 years old. Teenagers, aged 10-19, make up about 14.5% of the population. Adults aged 20-59 make up the largest group. Older adults, aged 60 and above, make up about 19.9% of the population.

Homes and Households

In Obermumpf, about 61% of homes are owned by the people who live in them. This means they don't pay rent. The average household has about 2.5 people. In 2008, about 42.8% of all homes were single-family houses.

Historical Population Growth

The number of people living in Obermumpf has changed over time:

Obermumpf's Economy

Jobs and Businesses

In Obermumpf, people work in different types of jobs.

• The primary sector involves jobs like farming and forestry. About 42 people work in this area, with 16 businesses.
• The secondary sector includes manufacturing and construction. About 43 people work in this sector, with 13 businesses.
• The tertiary sector covers services like shops, schools, and healthcare. About 78 people work here, with 18 businesses.

Commuting to Work

Many people who live in Obermumpf travel to other towns for work. About 79.5% of residents work outside the municipality. However, some people also come into Obermumpf for their jobs. About 12% of workers use public transportation, and 61.6% use a private car to get to work.

Religious Life in Obermumpf

Based on a census from 2000, about 56.2% of the people in Obermumpf are Roman Catholic. Another 16.3% belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. About 14.08% of the population are part of the Christian Catholic faith.

Education in Obermumpf

Many adults in Obermumpf have completed a good level of education. About 77.1% of people aged 25-64 have finished either advanced high school or higher education, like university. For younger students, there are 83 children attending primary school in the municipality.

See also

In Spanish: Obermumpf para niños