Vessigebro facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vessigebro
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Fågelboet, birthplace of author August Bondeson
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 Vessigebro
Location in Sweden Halland
Vessigebro
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Halland |
| County | Halland County |
| Municipality | Falkenberg Municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.03 km2 (0.40 sq mi) |
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(31 December 2010)
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| • Total | 740 |
| • Density | 721/km2 (1,870/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Vessigebro is a small town, also called a locality, located in Falkenberg Municipality in Halland County, Sweden. In 2010, about 740 people lived here. It's a peaceful place with interesting history and activities.
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Discover Vessigebro!
How Vessigebro Got Its Name
The town of Vessigebro started near a ford over the Ätran River. A ford is a shallow place where people and animals can cross a river easily. Because of this, its first name was Vessigevad.
The word vad in Swedish means "ford." Later, a bridge was built over the river in the village. Since bro is the Swedish word for "bridge," the town's name was changed to Vessigebro. This new name shows how important the bridge became for the community.
What You Can Find in Vessigebro
Vessigebro is home to one of the oldest folk high schools in Sweden. It is called Katrineberg Folk High School. These schools offer unique learning experiences for adults.
The village has many useful places for its residents. You can find the historic Vessige church here. There is also a local school for children. For sports lovers, there is a football pitch. The village also has a nursing home and a store for daily needs.
Nearby Places of Interest
Just east of Vessigebro is a small village called Sjönvad. This place hosts a fun event every year called Sjönevad market. It's a popular annual market that brings many people together.
There is also an island in the nearby Sjönevad Lake. On this island, you can see the remains of a small fort from the Middle Ages. To the west of Vessigebro, you can visit Larsagården. This is an old house with some parts built way back in the 1700s.
Sports and Famous People
Vessigebro is a lively place for sports. Many different sports clubs are active in the village. Some of the most popular sports include football, floorball, gymnastics, and golf.
The village has produced several well-known footballers. Niclas Alexandersson is one of them. He played over 100 matches for the Sweden men's national football team. His father, Lennart Alexandersson, and his brother, Daniel Alexandersson, also played in Allsvenskan. This is Sweden's top national football league.
Besides athletes, a famous writer was also born in Vessigebro. His name was August Bondeson.
See also
In Spanish: Vessigebro para niños
