Veveyse (district) facts for kids
The Veveyse District is a special area, like a county, in the canton of Fribourg in Switzerland. A canton is like a state or a larger region within Switzerland. The main town and capital of the Veveyse District is Châtel-Saint-Denis.
What is a District?
A district is a way to divide a canton into smaller parts. It helps with local government and managing the different towns and villages. Think of it like a group of neighborhoods that work together.
Towns and Villages in Veveyse
The Veveyse District is made up of several towns and villages, which are called municipalities. Each municipality has its own local government and unique features. Here are the municipalities in the district:
Coat of Arms | Municipality |
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Attalens |
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Bossonnens |
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Châtel-Saint-Denis |
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Granges (Veveyse) |
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La Verrerie |
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Le Flon |
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Remaufens |
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Saint-Martin |
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Semsales |
Châtel-Saint-Denis: The Capital
Châtel-Saint-Denis is the biggest town and the capital of the Veveyse District. This means it's where important district offices and services are located. It's a central place for the people living in the district.
See Also
In Spanish: Distrito de Veveyse para niños