Saint-Brais facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Brais
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Saint-Brais village
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 Saint-Brais
Location in Switzerland
Saint-Brais
Location in Canton of Jura
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Jura | |
| District | Franches-Montagnes | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 15.16 km2 (5.85 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 967 m (3,173 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 227 | |
| • Density | 14.97/km2 (38.78/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
2874
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| Surrounded by | Lajoux, Montfaucon, Clos du Doubs, Glovelier, Saulcy | |
Saint-Brais is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Franches-Montagnes area of the Jura canton in Switzerland. It is a quiet place with a rich history and beautiful natural surroundings.
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History of Saint-Brais
Saint-Brais was first mentioned in old records in 1275. Back then, it was known as Sem Bris. For a while, it also had a German name, St Brix, but this name is no longer used today.
Geography and Nature
Saint-Brais covers an area of about 15.19 square kilometers (about 5.86 square miles). A large part of this land, almost half, is used for farming. Another big part is covered by forests.
The municipality is located in the Franches-Montagnes district. It stretches from the high valleys of the Franches-Montagnes down to the banks of the Doubs river. Saint-Brais includes the main village and many scattered small groups of houses called hamlets, along with individual farmhouses.
Some nearby towns, including Le Bémont, Les Bois, and Montfaucon, are thinking about joining together with Saint-Brais in the future. They might form a new, larger municipality called Franches-Montagnes.
Coat of Arms
The official symbol, or blazon, of Saint-Brais shows Saint Brice as a bishop. He is wearing silver clothes and has a golden halo, holding a special staff called a crosier. He stands on golden hills. The village's name comes from Saint Brice, who was an important bishop in the 5th century.
Population and People
Saint-Brais has a population of about 225 people. Most people in Saint-Brais speak French as their main language. A smaller number speak German, and a very small number speak Dutch or Italian.
Many people who live in Saint-Brais were also born there. Others were born in the same canton, or in other parts of Switzerland. Some residents were born outside of Switzerland.
Age Groups in Saint-Brais
In Saint-Brais, about 28.8% of the population are children and teenagers (under 19 years old). Adults (aged 20 to 64) make up about 56.1% of the population. Seniors (over 64 years old) make up about 15.1%.
Historical Population Trends
The number of people living in Saint-Brais has changed over time. Here's a look at how the population has grown and shrunk through the years:
Important Heritage Sites
The ancient settlement of Le Mont is a very important historical place. It is shared with the nearby town of Glovelier. This site is recognized as a heritage site of national significance in Switzerland. This means it is a special place that is protected and valued for its history.
Economy and Jobs
In Saint-Brais, many people work in the primary economic sector, which mainly means farming. There are also jobs in the tertiary sector, which includes things like sales, transportation, and hotels or restaurants.
Most people who live in Saint-Brais and work actually travel to other towns for their jobs. Only a few people from other towns come to Saint-Brais to work. Many people use private cars to get to work, while a smaller number use public transportation.
Transportation
The municipality has a train station called Bollement. This station is on the La Chaux-de-Fonds–Glovelier railway line, which connects Saint-Brais to other towns by train.
Religion in Saint-Brais
Most people in Saint-Brais are Roman Catholic. A smaller group belongs to the Swiss Reformed Church. There are also some people who belong to other Christian churches. Some residents do not belong to any church.
Education System
In Saint-Brais, many people have completed their high school education. A smaller number have gone on to get higher education from a university or a specialized college.
The school system in the Canton of Jura, where Saint-Brais is located, starts with two years of optional Kindergarten. After that, students attend six years of Primary school. Then, they go to three years of lower Secondary school. In secondary school, students are grouped based on their abilities. After lower Secondary, students can choose to go to an upper Secondary school for three or four years, or they can start an apprenticeship to learn a trade.
During the 2009–10 school year, there was one kindergarten class in Saint-Brais. However, there were no primary school classes in the municipality, so those students attended school in a nearby town. All secondary school students from Saint-Brais also attend school in other municipalities, as there are only nine secondary schools in the entire canton.
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Brais para niños
