Veveyse District facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Veveyse District
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| Country |  Switzerland |
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| Canton |  Fribourg |
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| Capital | Châtel-Saint-Denis | |
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| • Total | 134.3 km2 (51.9 sq mi) | |
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| • Total | 15,339 | |
| • Density | 114.21/km2 (295.81/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Municipalities | 9 | |
| Website | Veveyse | |
The Veveyse District is one of seven districts in the canton of Fribourg in Switzerland. Think of a district as a smaller area within a larger region, like a county within a state. A canton is similar to a state in other countries. This district gets its name from the Veveyse river, which flows through it. As of 31 December 2020, about 19,572 people live here.
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What Towns Are in Veveyse District?
The Veveyse District is made up of nine different towns, which are called municipalities. Each municipality has its own local government and unique features.
| Coat of Arms | Municipality | Population (31 December 2020) |
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Attalens | 3,580 | 9.74 |
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Bossonnens | 1,501 | 4.12 |
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Châtel-Saint-Denis | 7,449 | 47.93 |
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Granges (Veveyse) | 854 | 4.46 |
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La Verrerie | 1,301 | 13.43 |
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Le Flon | 1,223 | 9.57 |
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Remaufens | 1,212 | 5.91 |
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Saint-Martin | 1,026 | 9.78 |
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Semsales | 1,426 | 29.36 |
| Total | 19,572 | 110.1 |
What is the Coat of Arms?
The district's coat of arms is a special symbol. It shows a black eagle with its wings spread out, on a gold background. This design is called Or, an Eagle displayed Sable in heraldry.
Who Lives in Veveyse District?
The Veveyse District is home to many people. Most of them speak French as their main language. A smaller number speak German or Portuguese. There are also people who speak Italian and Romansh.
Where Do People Come From?
Many people living in the district were born there. Others moved from different parts of the same canton. Some residents were born in other parts of Switzerland. A good number of people have also moved to Veveyse from outside Switzerland.
How Has the Population Changed Over Time?
The number of people living in Veveyse District has changed a lot over the years. You can see how the population has grown or shrunk in the chart below.
How Does Veveyse District Govern Itself?
The people of Veveyse District vote for their representatives in elections. This helps decide which political parties will lead.
What Were the Election Results?
In the 2011 federal election, the SPS was the most popular party. They received the most votes. The SVP came in second, followed by the CVP and the FDP.
The SPS gained more support compared to the 2007 election. The SVP, which was first in 2007, moved to second place. The CVP lost some popularity, while the FDP stayed about the same.
What Religions Are Practiced in Veveyse District?
Many different religions are practiced in Veveyse District. Most people identify as Roman Catholic. A significant number belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. There are also smaller communities of Orthodox Christians, Christian Catholics, and other Christian groups.
The district is also home to people who follow Judaism and Islam. Some residents practice Buddhism or Hinduism. A portion of the population does not belong to any church or religion.
How Does Education Work in Veveyse District?
Education is very important in Veveyse District. Many adults have completed high school or even gone on to college.
What is the School System Like?
The Canton of Fribourg has a specific school system. Children usually start with one year of optional Kindergarten. After that, they attend six years of Primary school.
Next, students go to three years of lower Secondary school. Here, they are grouped based on their abilities. After lower Secondary, students can choose to attend an optional upper Secondary school for three or four years.
Upper Secondary schools offer different paths. Some are gymnasiums, which prepare students for university. Others are vocational programs, which teach skills for specific jobs. After upper Secondary, students can go to college or continue with job training.
How Many Students Attend School?
During the 2010-2011 school year, over 2,300 students attended classes in Veveyse District. This included students in kindergarten, primary school, and secondary school.
See also
In Spanish: Distrito de Veveyse para niños
