Untervaz facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Untervaz
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 Untervaz
Location in Switzerland
Untervaz
Location in Canton of Graubünden
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Graubünden | |
| District | Landquart | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 27.72 km2 (10.70 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 564 m (1,850 ft) | |
| Highest elevation
(Calanda)
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2,805 m (9,203 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 2,527 | |
| • Density | 91.16/km2 (236.11/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
7204
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| Surrounded by | Chur, Landquart, Pfäfers (SG), Trimmis, Zizers | |
Untervaz is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Landquart Region in Switzerland. It's part of the canton of Graubünden, which is like a state in Switzerland. Untervaz is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and interesting history.
History of Untervaz
Early Mentions of Untervaz
Untervaz is a very old settlement. It was first written about between the years 768 and 800. Back then, it was called Uaze.
Later, between 801 and 850, it was known as Vazes. Then, from 1210 to 1300, people called it Vatz inferiore. These different names show how the town's name changed over many centuries.
Geography and Landscape
Where is Untervaz Located?
Untervaz covers an area of about 27.7 square kilometers (about 10.7 square miles). This is roughly the size of 2,770 football fields!
The town sits at the eastern base of the Calanda mountains. It is also in the Churer Rheintal, which is a part of the Rhine river valley near the city of Chur.
Land Use in Untervaz
A big part of Untervaz's land is used for farming. About 40% of the area is farmland. Forests cover an even larger portion, with 46.9% of the land being wooded.
About 4.8% of the land has buildings and roads. The remaining 8.2% is made up of natural features like rivers, mountains, or glaciers.
People and Population
Who Lives in Untervaz?
Untervaz has a population of about 3,946 people. A small part of the population, about 9%, are people from other countries.
Over the last ten years, the number of people living in Untervaz has grown by about 14.1%. This means more families are choosing to live here.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Untervaz speak German, about 92.1% of the population. Other languages spoken include Romansh (2.2%) and Italian (2.0%).
Age Groups in Untervaz
The population of Untervaz includes people of all ages. About 14.7% are children aged 0 to 9 years old. Teenagers aged 10 to 19 make up about 14.3% of the population.
Adults aged 20 to 59 make up a large part of the population, about 55.7%. Older adults, aged 60 and above, make up about 15.3% of the population.
Education and Jobs
Many adults in Untervaz have a good education. About 71% of people aged 25 to 64 have finished high school or gone on to higher education, like university.
Untervaz has a low unemployment rate, which means most people who want to work can find jobs. The town has businesses in different areas:
- Farming: 73 people work in farming, with 23 businesses.
- Manufacturing: 324 people work in factories or construction, with 34 businesses.
- Services: 193 people work in service jobs like shops or offices, with 48 businesses.
Religious Beliefs
In Untervaz, most people are Christian. About 60.7% are Roman Catholic, and 30.6% belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. There are also smaller groups of other Christians and people who follow Islam. Some people do not belong to any church.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Untervaz has changed a lot over the years. Here's how the population has grown:
| year | population |
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| 1850 | 1,097 |
| 1900 | 940 |
| 1910 | 928 |
| 1950 | 1,205 |
| 2000 | 2,093 |
Places to See
Neuburg Castle Ruins
The ruins of Neuburg Castle are a very important historical site in Switzerland. It is listed as a national heritage site.
The castle was first built in the late 1200s. It was owned by different noble families over time. In 1496, the Bishop of Chur bought it. Later, in 1577, the people of Untervaz bought the castle. It was left empty and started to fall apart in the 16th century.
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This picture shows where the Ruine Neuburg is located.
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A look inside the castle, showing where people used to live.
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The outside view of the castle ruins.
Rappenstein Castle
Another interesting castle near Untervaz is Höhlenburg Rappenstein. This castle is special because it was built right into a cave on the side of a mountain!
See also
In Spanish: Untervaz para niños
