Romainmôtier-Envy facts for kids
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Romainmôtier-Envy
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Romainmôtier village
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 Romainmôtier-Envy
Location in Switzerland
Romainmôtier-Envy
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Jura-Nord Vaudois | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 6.98 km2 (2.69 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 659 m (2,162 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 526 | |
| • Density | 75.36/km2 (195.2/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1323
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| Localities | Romainmôtier, Envy, Le Fochau | |
| Surrounded by | Bofflens, Bretonnières, Croy, Ferreyres, Juriens, La Sarraz, Moiry, Premier, Vaulion | |
| Twin towns | Nagaoka (Japan) | |
Romainmôtier-Envy is a small town, also called a municipality, in the canton of Vaud in Switzerland. It is located in the Jura-Nord Vaudois area.
This village sits by the Nozon river and has about 450 people living there. It is famous for its beautiful old Romanesque church. The church was once part of a monastery called Romanum monasterium. This monastery was started by a monk named Romanus of Condat, and the town was named after him.
The municipality of Romainmôtier-Envy was formed in 1970. It was created when two smaller places, Romainmôtier and Envy, joined together.
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A Look at Romainmôtier-Envy
Village History
The village of Envy was first mentioned in old records in 1216. It was called Envi back then. Romainmôtier is even older, first appearing in records from the 7th Century. It was known as monasterio qui […] cognominatur Romanus, which means "monastery known as Romanus".
Where is Romainmôtier-Envy?
Romainmôtier-Envy covers an area of about 7 square kilometers (2.7 square miles). A big part of this land, about 66.6%, is covered by forests. Another 27.4% is used for farming, where crops are grown and animals graze. The remaining small part, about 5.9%, has buildings and roads.
Before 2006, Romainmôtier-Envy was part of the Orbe District. After that, it became part of the new Jura-Nord Vaudois district.
Town Symbol: The Coat of Arms
The blazon (description) of Romainmôtier-Envy's coat of arms is quite interesting. It is split down the middle. On one side, there is a red key on a silver background. On the other side, there is a silver sword on a red background.
Who Lives in Romainmôtier-Envy?
Romainmôtier-Envy has a population of about 460 people. In recent years, the number of people living here has grown. This growth is mostly because new people have moved to the town.
Most people in Romainmôtier-Envy speak French. A smaller number of people speak German or Italian.
The town has a mix of ages. About 8.4% of the people are young children (0-9 years old), and 11.4% are teenagers (10-19 years old). The rest are adults and older people.
Many people in the municipality live in single-family homes. There are also some multi-family buildings and buildings used for both homes and businesses.
The chart below shows how the population of Romainmôtier-Envy has changed over many years:
Important Heritage Sites
Romainmôtier-Envy is home to some very important historical places. The old Cluniac Romainmôtier Abbey is one of them. It is listed as a Swiss heritage site of national significance. This means it is very important to the country's history and culture.
Also, an ancient foundry (a place where metal was melted and shaped) from prehistoric and medieval times is a national heritage site. The whole town of Romainmôtier-Envy is part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites, showing its historical value.
Economy and Jobs
In Romainmôtier-Envy, people work in different areas. Some work in the primary sector, which means farming. Others work in the secondary sector, like manufacturing or construction. The largest number of jobs are in the tertiary sector, which includes services like shops, restaurants, healthcare, and education.
Many people who live in Romainmôtier-Envy travel to other towns for work. Also, some people come from outside Switzerland to work in Romainmôtier-Envy. Most people use a private car to get to work, while some use public transportation.
Religion in the Community
In Romainmôtier-Envy, many people belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. A smaller number are Roman Catholic. There are also people who belong to other Christian churches, or who have no religious affiliation.
Education for Young People
Education is important in Romainmôtier-Envy. Many adults have completed high school, and some have gone on to higher education at a university or a specialized college.
The local school district serves students from pre-school through lower secondary school. Pre-school is available for young children, and primary school lasts for four years. After that, students attend lower secondary school for six years. Some students also learn at home or attend other types of schools.
While some students from other towns come to school in Romainmôtier-Envy, more students from Romainmôtier-Envy attend schools outside the municipality.
See also
In Spanish: Romainmôtier-Envy para niños
