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Pratteln
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 Pratteln
Location in Switzerland
Pratteln
Location in Canton of Basel-Landschaft
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Basel-Landschaft | |
| District | Liestal | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 10.71 km2 (4.14 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 296 m (971 ft) | |
| Population
(Jun 2021 )
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| • Total | 16,621 | |
| • Density | 1,551.9/km2 (4,019.4/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
4133
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| Surrounded by | Augst, Frenkendorf, Füllinsdorf, Gempen (SO), Grenzach-Wyhlen (DE-BW), Muttenz | |
Pratteln (Swiss German: Brattele) is a town in Switzerland. It is a municipality in the canton of Basel-Landschaft. Pratteln is part of the Liestal district.
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History of Pratteln
Pratteln was first mentioned a very long time ago. Its name, Bratello, appeared in records around the years 1102-1103.
Geography of Pratteln
Pratteln covers an area of about 10.69 square kilometers (4.13 square miles). A large part of this land is used for farming. About 27.6% of the area is farmland. Forests cover another 28.1% of the municipality.
Most of Pratteln, about 43.1%, is developed land. This includes buildings, roads, and other structures. A small part, less than 1%, is made up of rivers or lakes. Very little land is unproductive.
The town is located in the Liestal district. The older part of the village has a star shape. It sits at the bottom of Mt. Adlerberg. Pratteln has grown over time. New homes and factories have been built down into the Rhine valley.
What is the Coat of Arms of Pratteln?
The coat of arms for Pratteln is quite special. It shows a black eagle on a gold background. The eagle has a red tongue, beak, and claws. It is outlined in black. This design is called Or, an Eagle displayed Sable fesswise, langued, beaked and membered Gules, bordered Sable.
Population and People of Pratteln
Pratteln has a population of about 16,000 people. Many people from other countries live here. In 2008, about 36.4% of the people living in Pratteln were foreign nationals.
Languages Spoken in Pratteln
Most people in Pratteln speak German. About 76.5% of the population speaks German. Italian is the second most common language. About 7.2% of people speak Italian. Turkish is the third most common, spoken by 3.9% of the population. A smaller number of people speak French or Romansh.
Where People in Pratteln Come From
In 2000, about 27% of the people living in Pratteln were born there. Another 12.5% were born in the same canton. About 24.8% were born elsewhere in Switzerland. A significant number, 32.4%, were born outside of Switzerland.
Age Groups in Pratteln
The population of Pratteln includes people of all ages. In 2010, about 6.5% of the population were young children (0-6 years old). Teenagers (7-19 years old) made up about 12.8% of the population. Adults aged 20-64 made up the largest group, about 63.3%. Older adults (65 and over) made up about 17.5% of the population.
Homes and Households
In 2000, there were about 6,467 private homes in Pratteln. On average, about 2.2 people lived in each home. Many homes, about 34.5%, had only one person living in them. There were also many married couples, with or without children.
Most of the buildings in Pratteln are single-family homes. About 60.7% of all inhabited buildings are single-family homes. Many of these were built between 1919 and 1945.
What to See in Pratteln
The entire village of Pratteln is very important historically. It is listed as part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means it has special cultural value. The castle is a notable sight.
Economy and Jobs in Pratteln
Pratteln has a strong economy. In 2007, the unemployment rate was low, at 3.57%. Many people work in different types of jobs.
Types of Jobs
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs like farming and forestry. In 2005, about 87 people worked in this area.
- Secondary Sector: This includes jobs in factories and construction. About 2,901 people worked in this sector. Many jobs were in manufacturing.
- Tertiary Sector: This includes jobs in services. About 5,991 people worked in this sector. This includes jobs in sales, transportation, hotels, and healthcare.
Many people travel to Pratteln for work. In 2000, about 9,477 workers came into the municipality. About 5,136 workers left Pratteln to work elsewhere. This means Pratteln brings in more workers than it sends out. Many people use public transportation to get to work. Others use their private cars.
Religion in Pratteln
In 2000, many people in Pratteln belonged to different religions. About 29% were Roman Catholic. About 34.9% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. There were also people who belonged to the Eastern Orthodox Church, Christian Catholic Church of Switzerland, and other Christian churches.
Some people in Pratteln follow other religions. About 11.35% were Islamic. There were also people who were Buddhist or Hindu. About 13.53% of the population did not belong to any church.
Education in Pratteln
Education is important in Pratteln. About 34.6% of the population has finished upper secondary education. This is like high school. About 9.4% have gone on to higher education, like university.
Pratteln has its own public library. It is called the Gemeindebibliothek Pratteln.
Transportation in Pratteln
Pratteln is easy to reach. The town is located on the A3 motorway. This is a major highway.
The town also has good train connections. It is on the Bözberg and Hauenstein lines. There are two train stations: Pratteln and Pratteln Salina Raurica. These stations are part of the Basel S-Bahn network.
Notable people from Pratteln
- Werner Pfirter (1946 in Pratteln – 1973), a Swiss professional motorcycle racer.
- Jörg Stohler (born 1949 in Pratteln), a former Swiss international football player.
- Ruth Chiquet-Ehrismann (1954 – 2015 in Pratteln), a biochemist and cell biologist.
- Max Mangold (1922 in Pratteln – 2015), a German linguist and phonetician.
Images for kids
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Aerial view of the Rhine, with Pratteln south of the Rhine.
See also
In Spanish: Pratteln para niños
