Steinfort facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Steinfort
Stengefort
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Map of Luxembourg with Steinfort highlighted in orange, and the canton in dark red
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| Country |  Luxembourg |
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| Canton | Capellen | |
| Area rank | ? of 102 | |
| Highest elevation | 349 m (1,145 ft) | |
| • Rank | 86th of 102 | |
| Lowest elevation | 288 m (945 ft) | |
| • Rank | 89th of 102 | |
| Population
(1 January 2019)
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| • Total | 5,281 | |
| • Rank | 29th of 102 | |
| • Density rank | 49th of 102 | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| LAU 2 | LU0000110 | |
| Website | steinfort.lu | |
Steinfort (called Stengefort in Luxembourgish) is a town in Luxembourg. It is a type of local area called a commune. Steinfort is part of a larger region known as the canton of Capellen.
As of 2019, about 5,281 people lived in Steinfort. It is a place where people live, work, and go to school.
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What is Steinfort?
Steinfort is a small but important area in Luxembourg. It is known for its history and its community. The town is located in the western part of the country.
Where is Steinfort Located?
Steinfort is in the country of Luxembourg. Luxembourg is a small country in Europe. It borders Belgium, France, and Germany. Steinfort is in the Capellen canton, which is like a county.
Geographical Features
The land in Steinfort has different heights. The highest point is about 349 meters above sea level. The lowest point is around 288 meters. This means the town has some hills and lower areas.
People and Population
Knowing how many people live in a place helps us understand it better. Steinfort is home to thousands of people.
How Many People Live in Steinfort?
In 2019, the population of Steinfort was 5281 people. This number changes over time as people move in and out. Steinfort is one of 102 communes in Luxembourg. Its population ranks 29th out of these communes.
Population Density
Population density tells us how crowded a place is. It measures how many people live in each square kilometer. Steinfort's population density is calculated automatically. It ranks 49th among the communes in Luxembourg.
How Steinfort is Governed
Like all towns, Steinfort has leaders who help run things. These leaders make decisions for the community.
Who is the Mayor?
The main leader of Steinfort is called the Mayor. The current Mayor is . The Mayor works with a local council to manage the town. They help with things like roads, schools, and public services.
Time Zone Information
Time zones help us know what time it is in different parts of the world.
What Time Zone is Steinfort In?
Steinfort uses CET during most of the year. This means it is 1 hour ahead of UTC. During summer, they switch to CEST. This makes it 2 hours ahead of UTC. This change is called Daylight Saving Time.
Images for kids
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An aerial view of Steinfort.
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The coat of arms for Steinfort.
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A map showing Steinfort's location in Luxembourg.
