Vallorbe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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 Vallorbe
Location in Switzerland
Vallorbe
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Jura-Nord Vaudois | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 23.19 km2 (8.95 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 770 m (2,530 ft) | |
| Highest elevation
(At Dent de Vaulion)
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1,480 m (4,860 ft) | |
| Lowest elevation
(Orbe)
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610 m (2,000 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 3,863 | |
| • Density | 166.58/km2 (431.44/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Les Vallorbiers Les Tire-Lune |
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| Postal code |
1337
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| Localities | Le Creux, Le Day | |
| Surrounded by | Ballaigues, Les Clées, Premier, Vaulion, L'Abbaye, Le Lieu, France (pays) | |
Vallorbe is a cool town in the Vaud area of Switzerland. It's located in the Jura-Nord Vaudois region. Vallorbe is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and its important railway station.
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History of Vallorbe
Vallorbe was first mentioned in old records way back in 1139. Back then, it was called de valle urbanensi. A few years later, in 1148, it was known as de valle urbe.
Exploring Vallorbe's Geography
Vallorbe covers an area of about 23.2 square kilometers (about 9 square miles). A big part of this land, about 66.7%, is covered by forests. About 22.1% of the land is used for farming, and 9.4% has buildings and roads. Rivers and lakes make up about 1.2% of the area.
The town is right on the border between Switzerland and France. It's surrounded by mountains on three sides, with heights ranging from 610 meters (2,000 feet) to 1,480 meters (4,856 feet). The valley opens up on the east side, thanks to the Jougnenaz and Orbe rivers. Vallorbe also includes smaller areas called Le Day, Le Creux, and Bellevue.
Understanding Vallorbe's Coat of Arms
The coat of arms for Vallorbe is a special design that represents the town. It shows a blue wavy stripe on a gold background, with a fish called a trout swimming on it. This design is called Or, on a Bend wavy Azure a Trout proper bendwise.
Vallorbe's Population and People
Vallorbe has a population of about 3,118 people. Many different people live here! In 2008, about 23.1% of the people living in Vallorbe were from other countries. Over the past 10 years (from 1999 to 2009), the population grew by about 7.2%.
Most people in Vallorbe speak French, which is about 85.5% of the population. Other languages spoken include Italian (3.5%) and Albanian (2.4%).
The town has a good mix of ages. In 2009, about 9.9% of the population were children aged 0-9, and 12.7% were teenagers aged 10-19.
Important Heritage Sites in Vallorbe
The Vallorbe international railway station is a very important building. It's listed as a special heritage site of national significance in Switzerland. This means it's a valuable part of the country's history and culture. The entire village of Vallorbe is also part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites, showing its historical importance.
Vallorbe's Economy and Jobs
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Vallorbe was 7.7%. This means that 7.7% of people who wanted to work couldn't find a job.
Many people in Vallorbe work in different areas:
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs like farming and forestry. In 2008, about 45 people worked in this sector.
- Secondary Sector: This involves manufacturing (making things in factories) and construction. About 713 people worked in this sector.
- Tertiary Sector: This covers jobs in services, like shops, restaurants, and schools. About 702 people worked in this sector.
Many people who live in Vallorbe also travel to other towns for work, and many people from outside Vallorbe come to work here. About 11.7% of workers use public transportation to get to their jobs, while 57.1% use a private car.
Transportation in Vallorbe
Vallorbe is a very important place for trains! The Vallorbe CFF is the first and last Swiss train station for the TGV Lyria train line that goes from Lausanne to Paris. This means it's a key connection point between Switzerland and France.
Vallorbe also has other train services. The CFF runs hourly trains to Lausanne and further to Palézieux. There are also hourly trains that go into the Vallée de Joux to Le Brassus. From Le Brassus, you can take a bus to Nyon by Lake of Geneva. All these train and bus services are part of the mobilis network, which makes travel easy in the Vaud area.
Religion in Vallorbe
In 2000, about 34.8% of the people in Vallorbe were Roman Catholic, and 38.8% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. There were also people who belonged to other Christian churches, as well as those who were Islamic or Buddhist. About 8.07% of the population said they didn't belong to any church.
Education in Vallorbe
Education is important in Vallorbe! About 30.6% of the people have finished upper secondary education, which is like high school. About 5.6% have gone on to higher education, like university.
In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 421 students in the Vallorbe school district.
- Pre-school: Children can attend two years of pre-school, which is not mandatory.
- Primary School: Students attend primary school for four years. In Vallorbe, there were 215 students in primary school.
- Lower Secondary School: This program lasts for six years, and there were 196 students in these schools.
Some students from Vallorbe go to schools in other towns, and some students from other towns come to school in Vallorbe.
See also
In Spanish: Vallorbe para niños
Images for kids
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A chart showing the historical population of Vallorbe over time.
