Sisikon facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Sisikon
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Sisikon Location in Switzerland Show map of Switzerland Sisikon Location in Canton of Uri Show map of Canton of Uri
Country	Switzerland
Canton	Uri
District	n.a.
Area
• Total	16.46 km2 (6.36 sq mi)
Elevation	453 m (1,486 ft)
Population  (Dec 2020 )
• Total	383
• Density	23.27/km2 (60.27/sq mi)
Postal code	6452
Surrounded by	Bauen, Bürglen, Flüelen, Morschach (SZ), Riemenstalden (SZ), Seelisberg

Sisikon is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Uri area of Switzerland. It sits right on the edge of the beautiful Lake Lucerne. Imagine living in a place where you can see a big lake every day!

What is Sisikon Like?

An aerial view of Sisikon and the Axenstrasse road from 1922.

Sisikon covers an area of about 16.3 square kilometers (about 6.3 square miles). A big part of this land, almost 44%, is covered by forests. This means there are lots of trees and green spaces.

About 30% of the land is used for farming. This includes areas for growing crops and places where animals can graze. Only a small part, about 1.2%, has buildings or roads. The rest of the land is made up of things like rivers, mountains, or rocky areas that are not used for farming or building.

Natural Features Around Sisikon

Sisikon is known for its natural beauty. A lake called Spilauersee is found on a high mountain pasture, or "alp," below a peak called Rossstock. It's a great spot for nature lovers!

Who Lives in Sisikon?

Sisikon has a population of about 380 people. Most people living here speak German, which is the main language. A small number of people also speak Italian or Serbo-Croatian.

How People Work in Sisikon

Sisikon has different types of jobs.

• Primary sector: About 24 people work in farming or forestry. These jobs involve using natural resources.
• Secondary sector: Around 11 people work in manufacturing or construction. These jobs involve making things.
• Tertiary sector: The largest group, about 90 people, work in service jobs. This includes things like shops, hotels, or tourism.

Education in Sisikon

Many adults in Sisikon, about 70%, have completed higher education. This means they have gone to a university or a special college after finishing high school.

Population Changes Over Time

The number of people living in Sisikon has changed over the years. Here's a quick look:

Getting Around Sisikon

Sisikon is easy to reach!

• Train: The town has its own train station, called Sisikon station. It's part of the Gotthard railway line.
• Road: You can also drive to Sisikon using a road called the Axenstrasse.

See also

In Spanish: Sisikon para niños