Rue, Switzerland facts for kids
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Rue
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Rue castle above the village
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 Rue
Location in Switzerland
Rue
Location in Canton of Fribourg
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Fribourg | |
| District | Glâne | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 11.2 km2 (4.3 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 675 m (2,215 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 1,537 | |
| • Density | 137.2/km2 (355.4/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1673
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| Surrounded by | Auboranges, Chapelle (Glâne), Ecublens, Le Flon, Montet (Glâne), Oron-la-Ville (VD), Ursy, Vuarmarens | |
Rue is a town in Switzerland. It is located in the Glâne district, which is part of the canton of Fribourg. A canton is like a state or province in other countries.
Over time, other smaller towns have joined Rue. On January 1, 1993, the town of Blessens became part of Rue. Later, in 2001, Promasens and Gillarens also merged with Rue.
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History of Rue
Rue was first mentioned in old records in 1152. Back then, it was called Rota. The town also used to have a German name, Rüw, but this name is not used anymore.
Geography of Rue
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Rue covers an area of about 11.2 square kilometers (4.3 square miles). A large part of this land, about 72%, is used for farming. Forests cover about 18.8% of the area.
About 8.7% of the land is built up with buildings and roads. A small part, 0.6%, is made up of rivers or lakes. The town is located along the upper part of the Broye River.
The municipality of Rue includes the main village of Rue, along with Blessens, Promasens, and Gillarens. These smaller villages joined Rue in 1992 and 2001.
Rue's Coat of Arms
The coat of arms for Rue has a special design. It is split into two halves: one red and one blue. In the middle, there is a golden wheel. This design has stayed the same even after Blessens, Promasens, and Gillarens joined Rue.
People of Rue (Demographics)
Rue has a population of about 1,211 people. About 8.3% of the people living in Rue are from other countries. In the last ten years (2000-2010), the number of people living in Rue grew by 23.5%. Most of this growth was because new people moved to the town.
Languages Spoken in Rue
Most people in Rue speak French as their main language. In 2000, about 96.6% of the population spoke French. German was the second most common language, spoken by 1.7% of people. A small number of people also spoke Portuguese or Italian.
Where People Were Born
In 2000, about 40% of the people in Rue were born there. About 28.2% were born in the same canton (Fribourg). Another 25.1% were born in other parts of Switzerland, and 6.1% were born outside of Switzerland.
Age Groups in Rue
In 2000, children and teenagers (ages 0-19) made up 25.8% of the population. Adults (ages 20-64) were the largest group, at 60.9%. Seniors (over 64 years old) made up 13.3% of the population.
Population Changes Over Time
The chart below shows how the population of Rue has changed throughout history:
Important Historical Sites in Rue
Rue has some very important historical places. These are called heritage sites of national significance. This means they are protected because they are important to Switzerland's history and culture.
The Rue Castle and the House de Maillardoz de Prez are two of these special sites. The whole town of Rue and the village of Promasens are also part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means they are recognized for their unique historical value.
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Rue Castle
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House de Maillardoz de Prez
Economy and Jobs in Rue
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Rue was 4%. This means that 4 out of every 100 people who wanted to work did not have a job.
Types of Jobs in Rue
Jobs are often grouped into three main types:
- Primary sector: These jobs involve getting raw materials from nature. This includes farming, fishing, and mining. In Rue, 80 people worked in agriculture in 2008.
- Secondary sector: These jobs involve making things from raw materials. This includes manufacturing and construction. In Rue, 55 people worked in this sector.
- Tertiary sector: These jobs provide services to people. This includes things like shops, restaurants, and schools. In Rue, 100 people worked in the service sector.
Overall, 264 people living in Rue had jobs. About 41.7% of these workers were women.
Religion in Rue
According to a census in 2000, most people in Rue were Roman Catholic, making up 78.3% of the population. About 11% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. A small number of people belonged to other Christian churches or other religions. About 8.19% of the population did not belong to any church.
Education in Rue
In Rue, many people have completed their education. About 35.4% of the population finished high school (called "upper secondary education" in Switzerland). About 6.7% went on to get a higher education from a university or a specialized college (a Fachhochschule).
How Schools Work in Fribourg
The school system in the Canton of Fribourg works like this:
- Kindergarten: One year of optional kindergarten.
- Primary School: Six years of primary school, which everyone must attend.
- Lower Secondary School: Three years of required lower secondary school. Students are grouped based on their abilities.
- Upper Secondary School: After lower secondary, students can choose to go to an optional three or four-year upper secondary school. This can be a gymnasium (which prepares students for university) or a vocational program (which teaches job skills).
- Tertiary School: After upper secondary, students can go to a university or continue with an apprenticeship to learn a trade.
Students in Rue
During the 2010-2011 school year, 116 students attended classes in Rue. There was one kindergarten class with 22 students and five primary classes with 94 students. There were no lower secondary classes in Rue itself, so 55 students went to school in a nearby town. Similarly, students attending upper secondary or specialized tertiary education went to schools in other municipalities.
See also
In Spanish: Rue (Friburgo) para niños
