Rättvik Municipality Facts for Kids

Rättvik Municipality (called Rättviks kommun in Swedish) is a special area in central Sweden. It is located in Dalarna County. The main town, where the local government is, is called Rättvik.

This area has grown over time. In 1963, the municipality joined back with Boda, which had been a separate area since 1875. Later, in 1974, Ore was added, making Rättvik Municipality the size it is today.

Exploring Rättvik's Location and Nature
Discovering Rättvik Town
Understanding the People of Rättvik
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Exploring Rättvik's Location and Nature

Rättvik Municipality is right in the middle of Sweden. It is part of the Dalarna province. You can find it between three important Swedish cities: Borlänge, Falun, and Mora.

This area is known for its traditional forests and farms. It looks a lot like how most of Sweden used to be in the 1800s. Today, many tourists visit Rättvik because of its unique culture and beautiful scenery.

Did you know that the area near Rättvik Municipality has the largest number of brown bears in Sweden? It's a great place for nature lovers!

Discovering Rättvik Town

The main town of Rättvik sits right by the beautiful Lake Siljan. In 2005, about 4,588 people lived there. The town is famous for its long history of folk music and the stunning views around Lake Siljan. Many visitors to Sweden include Rättvik on their trips to see a traditional Swedish way of life.

Some people believe that Rättvik's culture and landscape are truly "Swedish." For example, Rättvik still has its lovely old church right by the water. This church is surrounded by old "church stables." In the past, people who came to church would leave their horses there.

Every year, a fun folk music festival called "Music at Siljan" happens in Rättvik. It takes place right on the shores of Lake Siljan.

Just 7 kilometers (about 4.3 miles) north of the town, you can find the annual summer opera festival, the Dalhalla Opera. This amazing event is held in an open-air theater. It's built inside an old limestone quarry!

If you like sports, the bandy club IFK Rättvik has its own indoor arena in the town.

Rättvik's church

IFK Rättvik's bandy arena

Understanding the People of Rättvik

We can learn about the people living in Rättvik Municipality by looking at information from the 2022 Swedish general election. This data comes from official statistics.

In total, there were 9,064 Swedish citizens in the municipality who were old enough to vote. About 42.8% of them voted for the left-leaning political groups. And 55.8% voted for the right-leaning political groups.

Here are some interesting facts about the people in Rättvik:

Residents: This includes everyone living in the area, no matter their age or if they are citizens.
Citizen Adults: These are Swedish citizens over 18 who can vote in elections.
Employment: This shows how many people between 20 and 64 years old are working and paying taxes.
Swedish Parents: This means residents who were born in Sweden and have at least one parent also born in Sweden.
Foreign Heritage: This includes residents who were born outside Sweden or whose parents were both born outside Sweden.
Income: This is the average monthly income for adults over 20, including retired people. It includes money from jobs, investments, or government support.
College Graduates: This shows the percentage of people who have earned any degree after finishing high school.

For example, in the "Rättvik S" area, about 85% of people aged 20-64 are working. In "Rättvik C," about 31% of adults have a college degree. This information helps us understand the different communities within Rättvik Municipality.

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Rättvik Municipality facts for kids

Contents

Exploring Rättvik's Location and Nature

Discovering Rättvik Town

Understanding the People of Rättvik

Resources

See also