Veyrier facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Veyrier
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 Veyrier
Location in Switzerland
Veyrier
Location in Canton of Geneva
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Geneva | |
| District | n.a. | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 6.5 km2 (2.5 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 428 m (1,404 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 11,861 | |
| • Density | 1,825/km2 (4,730/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1234,1255
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| Surrounded by | Bossey (FR-74), Carouge, Chêne-Bougeries, Étrembières (FR-74), Gaillard (FR-74), Geneva (Genève), Plan-les-Ouates, Thônex, Troinex | |
Veyrier is a town in the Canton of Geneva, Switzerland. It's a place with a mix of nature and buildings.
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Exploring Veyrier's Land
Veyrier covers an area of about 6.5 square kilometers (2.5 square miles). A big part of this land, about 33%, is used for farming. Forests cover about 14% of the area. The largest part, over 50%, has buildings and roads. A small amount, about 2.6%, is made up of rivers.
Most of the built-up areas are homes and other buildings. Roads and transportation take up a smaller part. There are also parks and sports fields. In the forested areas, some parts are dense forests. Other parts have orchards or small groups of trees. For farming, most land is used for growing crops. Some areas are pastures for animals. There are also orchards and vineyards. All the water in Veyrier is flowing water, like rivers.
Villages and Neighbors
Veyrier includes several smaller areas. These are Pinchat, Vessy, and Sierne. The town is surrounded by other Swiss towns. These include Chêne-Bougeries, Thônex, and Geneva. It also borders French towns like Bossey and Étrembières.
The municipality of Veyrier has many sub-sections. Some of these are Pinchat - Sur-Rang and Vessy - Grande-Fin. Other parts include Sierne - Petit-Veyrier and Veyrier - village.
Who Lives in Veyrier?
Veyrier has a population of about 10,000 people. Around 24% of the people living here are from other countries. Over the past ten years, the population has grown by about 10%. This growth is mostly because people moved here.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Veyrier speak French. About 82% of the population uses French. German is the second most common language. About 6% of people speak German. English is third, spoken by about 4.5%. A smaller number of people speak Italian or Romansh.
Where People Are From
Many people living in Veyrier were born there. About 17% of the population was born in Veyrier. Another 33% were born in the same canton (Geneva). About 16.5% came from other parts of Switzerland. A larger group, about 30%, were born outside of Switzerland.
Homes and Families
In Veyrier, there are many types of households. The average household has about 2.6 people. About 27% of households have only one person. Many households are married couples with children. There are also single parents with children. Some people live with unrelated friends or in group housing.
Most buildings in Veyrier are single-family homes. These make up over 80% of all homes. There are also multi-family buildings and buildings used for both homes and businesses. Many single-family homes were built between 1971 and 1980.
The most common apartment size has four rooms. Many apartments have five or more rooms. Most apartments are lived in all the time. A small number are used only during certain seasons. Even fewer are empty.
Population Growth Over Time
The chart below shows how Veyrier's population has changed. It has grown a lot over the years.
Important Heritage Sites
Veyrier has some important historical places. The Pont Sur L’Arve (a bridge shared with Genève) is a nationally important heritage site. The whole village of Veyrier and the small village of Sierne are also recognized as Swiss heritage sites. This means they are special places that are protected.
Veyrier's Economy
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Veyrier was 4.1%. This means a small number of people who wanted jobs couldn't find them.
Jobs and Industries
Veyrier has jobs in different areas.
- Primary sector: This includes jobs like farming. There are a few businesses in this area.
- Secondary sector: This includes jobs in manufacturing and construction. There are more businesses here than in farming.
- Tertiary sector: This is the largest sector. It includes jobs in services like sales, transportation, hotels, and healthcare. Many people work in this sector.
In 2008, there were over 1,200 full-time jobs in Veyrier. Most of these jobs were in the service industry. Many people work in healthcare and education.
Commuting to Work
Many people who live in Veyrier travel to other places for work. About 3,500 people leave Veyrier to work elsewhere. Fewer people (about 1,200) come into Veyrier for work. This means Veyrier sends out more workers than it brings in.
Most people use private cars to get to work. About 17.5% use public transportation.
Beliefs and Religions
In 2000, a survey showed the different religions in Veyrier.
- About 42% of people were Roman Catholic.
- About 22% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church.
- Smaller groups included Orthodox Christians and other Christian churches.
- There were also people who were Jewish and Muslim.
- Even smaller groups were Buddhist and Hindu.
- About 22% of the population said they didn't belong to any church. Some were agnostic or atheist.
Learning and Education
Veyrier has a good education system. Many adults have finished high school. A good number have also gone on to higher education, like university.
Schools in Veyrier
In the 2009-2010 school year, over 2,300 students were in Veyrier's schools.
- Young children can attend two years of non-required Kindergarten.
- After that, students go to six years of primary school. Some students are in special, smaller classes.
- Then comes secondary school. This has three required years, followed by three to five optional years of advanced schooling.
- Many students from Veyrier also attend private schools.
Some students come from other towns to study in Veyrier. However, more students from Veyrier go to schools outside the town.
Notable People from Veyrier
Veyrier has been home to some interesting people:
- Louis Babel (1826–1912): A priest who moved to Canada in 1851.
- Olivier Long (1915–2003): A Swiss Ambassador who led a big international trade organization (GATT).
- Loïc Perizzolo (born 1988): A Swiss cyclist known for track racing.
See also
In Spanish: Veyrier para niños
