Septfontaines facts for kids
Septfontaines (which is called Simmer in Luxembourgish and Simmern in German) was once a special kind of local area, like a small town or district, in Luxembourg. It was part of a larger region known as the canton of Capellen.
On January 1, 2018, Septfontaines joined together with another area called Hobscheid. They combined to create a brand new, bigger local area named Habscht.
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What is a Commune?
In countries like Luxembourg, a "commune" is a bit like a town or a small county. It's a local area that has its own government and manages things for the people living there. Think of it as a neighborhood or a small city that takes care of its own services.
Why Do Communes Merge?
Sometimes, smaller communes decide to join together. This can happen for many reasons. For example, by merging, they might be able to share resources better. They can also provide services like schools, roads, or public safety more efficiently. It can help them save money and work together on bigger projects.
Septfontaines Becomes Part of Habscht
The decision for Septfontaines and Hobscheid to merge was a big step. It meant that Septfontaines, as a separate commune, no longer existed on its own. Instead, its people and its land became part of the new commune of Habscht. This kind of change helps areas grow and adapt over time.
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Siewebueren Fountain and castle in Septfontaines
