Schwarzenbach, Lucerne facts for kids

Schwarzenbach village

Map showing Schwarzenbach in 2003

Schwarzenbach is a lovely village located in Switzerland. It's found in the central part of the country. For many years, Schwarzenbach was its own small local area. This kind of area is called a municipality. Think of a municipality as a town or village with its own local government.

Since 2005, Schwarzenbach has become part of a larger municipality. It joined with the nearby town of Beromünster. This means they now share one local government.

About Schwarzenbach

Schwarzenbach is a quiet village. It is located in the canton of Lucerne. A canton in Switzerland is like a state or a large region. Lucerne is known for its beautiful lakes and mountains.

Where is Schwarzenbach Located?

Schwarzenbach is in the canton of Lucerne. This canton is in the heart of Switzerland. Switzerland is a country in Europe. It is famous for its stunning Alps mountains. It is also known for its delicious chocolate and cheese.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is a local area. It has its own government. This government helps manage things. These things include local services for people. Before 2005, Schwarzenbach had its own local council. This council made decisions for the village.

The Change in 2005

In 2005, Schwarzenbach joined with Beromünster. This was a big change for the village. It meant that Schwarzenbach was no longer a separate municipality. Instead, it became a part of Beromünster. This kind of joining is called a merger. Mergers often happen to make local governments more efficient.