Val-de-Ruz (district) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Val-de-Ruz District
District du Val-de-Ruz
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| Country |  Switzerland |
| Canton |  Neuchâtel |
| Capital | Cernier |
| Dissolved | 1 January 2018 |
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| • Total | 128.02 km2 (49.43 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 17,411 |
| • Density | 136.002/km2 (352.244/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Municipalities | 16 |
The Val-de-Ruz District is one of six special areas in the canton of Neuchâtel, Switzerland. It includes the beautiful Val de Ruz valley and parts of the Jura Mountains. The main town, or capital, of this district is Cernier. As of 31 December 2020, about 17,411 people live here.
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What is Val-de-Ruz?
The Val-de-Ruz district is a region in western Switzerland. It is known for its green valleys and the surrounding mountains. This area is a mix of nature and small towns.
How Big is the District?
The Val-de-Ruz District covers an area of about 128 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 18,000 football fields! It's a place where many small communities come together.
Towns and Villages
The Val-de-Ruz District is made up of several smaller towns and villages. These are called municipalities. The capital, Cernier, is one of these important towns.
The Capital: Cernier
Cernier is the main town in the Val-de-Ruz District. It serves as the center for many activities and services in the area.
Images for kids
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Coat of arms of Boudevilliers
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Coat of arms of Cernier
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Coat of arms of Chézard-Saint-Martin
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Coat of arms of Coffrane
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Coat of arms of Dombresson
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Coat of arms of Engollon
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Coat of arms of Fenin-Vilars-Saules
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Coat of arms of Fontainemelon
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Coat of arms of Fontaines
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Coat of arms of Le Pâquier
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Coat of arms of Les Geneveys-sur-Coffrane
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Coat of arms of Les Hauts-Geneveys
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Coat of arms of Montmollin
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Coat of arms of Savagnier
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Coat of arms of Valangin
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Coat of arms of Villiers
See also
In Spanish: Distrito de Val-de-Ruz para niños
