Tägerwilen facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tägerwilen
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 Tägerwilen
Location in Switzerland
Tägerwilen
Location in Canton of Thurgau
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Thurgau | |
| District | Kreuzlingen | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 11.56 km2 (4.46 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 420 m (1,380 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 4,921 | |
| • Density | 425.69/km2 (1,102.5/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
8274
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| Surrounded by | Constance (Konstanz) (DE-BW), Ermatingen, Gottlieben, Kemmental, Kreuzlingen, Reichenau (DE-BW), Wäldi | |
Tägerwilen is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in Switzerland. It's part of the Kreuzlingen district in the canton of Thurgau.
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Exploring Tägerwilen's Landscape
Tägerwilen covers an area of about 11.52 square kilometers (4.45 square miles). A big part of this land, almost half (47.5%), is used for farming. This means you'll see lots of fields and crops.
Another large part, about 37.4%, is covered by forests. The rest of the land is where buildings and roads are (14.4%). A very small amount is rivers or lakes.
Who Lives in Tägerwilen?
Tägerwilen is home to over 3,600 people. About 30% of the people living here are from other countries. This makes Tägerwilen a diverse place!
Most people in Tägerwilen speak German. It's the main language for over 90% of the residents. Other languages spoken include Albanian and Italian.
The population of Tägerwilen has been growing. In the last 10 years, it has increased by about 11.5%.
Age Groups in Tägerwilen
The town has a good mix of different age groups:
- About 10% of the population are young children (0-9 years old).
- Around 13.5% are teenagers (10-19 years old).
- Adults make up the largest part of the population.
- About 20% are between 40 and 49 years old.
- Seniors, those 60 and older, make up about 19.7% of the population.
Homes and Families
In Tägerwilen, there are over 1,300 homes. On average, about 2.4 people live in each home. Most of the buildings are single-family homes. There are also some buildings with two or more families living in them.
Important Historical Sites
Tägerwilen is home to Castell Castle, which is a very important historical site in Switzerland. It's recognized as a "heritage site of national significance." This means it's a special place that helps tell the story of Switzerland's past. The whole area around Lake Constance, including Tägerwilen, is also part of the "Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites."
How People Work in Tägerwilen
Tägerwilen has a healthy economy. The unemployment rate is quite low, around 1.77%. This means most people who want to work can find jobs.
People in Tägerwilen work in different types of jobs:
- Primary sector: This includes jobs like farming. About 181 people work in this area.
- Secondary sector: These are jobs in manufacturing and construction. Around 475 people work here.
- Tertiary sector: This is the largest group, with about 1,230 people. These jobs are in services, like shops, offices, and healthcare.
Many people who live in Tägerwilen also work in other towns. But many people also travel into Tägerwilen for work. Most people use a private car to get to work, but some also use public transportation.
Religion in Tägerwilen
In Tägerwilen, people follow different religions.
- Almost half of the population (49.7%) belongs to the Swiss Reformed Church.
- About 28.6% are Roman Catholic.
- Smaller groups belong to the Orthodox Church, other Christian churches, or are Islamic.
- Some people do not belong to any church or did not answer the question.
Getting Around Tägerwilen
Tägerwilen has good transport links. It has two train stations that are part of the St. Gallen S-Bahn network. These stations are Tägerwilen-Gottlieben and Tägerwilen Dorf. This makes it easy to travel to other places by train.
Learning and Education
Education is important in Tägerwilen. Many adults (about 73.9%) have completed higher education, either at a university or a specialized college.
Tägerwilen has its own primary and secondary school district. In a recent school year, there were 358 students in total.
- Kindergarten: Youngest children start here.
- Primary School: This level lasts for 6 years.
- Secondary School: Students are grouped based on their performance. This level usually lasts for 3 years.
The schools in Tägerwilen welcome students from different backgrounds. Some students are not Swiss citizens, and some do not speak German as their first language.
Images for kids
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Tägerwilen from above
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Coat of arms of Tägerwilen
See also
In Spanish: Tägerwilen para niños
