Veytaux facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Veytaux
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Chillon Castle in Veytaux municipality
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 Veytaux
Location in Switzerland
Veytaux
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Riviera-Pays-d'Enhaut | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 6.77 km2 (2.61 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 438 m (1,437 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 952 | |
| • Density | 140.62/km2 (364.2/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1820
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| Surrounded by | Haut-Intyamon (FR), La Tour-de-Peilz, Montreux, Noville, Rossinière, Villeneuve | |
Veytaux is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is located in the canton of Vaud, within the Riviera-Pays-d'Enhaut area.
Veytaux is famous for being home to the beautiful Chateau of Chillon. This historic castle sits right on the edge of Lake Geneva, offering amazing views.
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History of Veytaux
Veytaux was first mentioned in official records way back in the year 1332. At that time, it was known by the name Veytour.
Geography and Landscape
Veytaux covers an area of about 6.8 square kilometers (2.6 square miles). A large part of this land, about 74%, is covered by forests. About 14.5% of the land is used for farming. The rest is made up of buildings, roads, or rocky areas.
The municipality includes the main village of Veytaux and a smaller settlement called Grandchamp. Veytaux used to be part of the Vevey District. However, in 2006, it became part of the new Riviera-Pays-d'Enhaut district.
Coat of Arms
The coat of arms for Veytaux has a special design. It shows a black tower with a chamois (a type of goat-antelope) jumping on top. This is set against a silver background, with two wavy blue lines on the sides and a blue base.
People of Veytaux
Veytaux has a population of about 809 people. About 26.9% of the people living here are from other countries.
Most people in Veytaux speak French, which is 82.4% of the population. The next most common language is German, spoken by 7.3% of the people. About 2.9% of the residents speak English.
The population of Veytaux has changed over time. You can see how the number of people living here has varied in the chart below:
Important Landmarks
Veytaux is home to some very important historical places. These are recognized as heritage sites of national significance in Switzerland.
Chillon Castle
Chillon Castle is the most famous landmark. It is a medieval fortress located on a rock island in Lake Geneva. It has been around for centuries and is a popular place to visit. The castle attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.
Chillon Viaduct
The Chillon Viaduct is a large bridge on highway N9. It is also considered an important national heritage site. The entire area around Chillon Castle and the nearby village of Territet/Veytaux are part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means they are special places that need to be protected.
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Chillon Castle is a famous landmark.
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The Chillon Viaduct is a large bridge.
Economy and Jobs
In Veytaux, many people have jobs in different areas. Most jobs are in the service sector, like hotels, restaurants, or professional services. There are also jobs in the manufacturing and agriculture sectors.
Many people who live in Veytaux travel to other towns for work. About 25% of the working population uses public transportation to get to their jobs. Most others, about 60.8%, use a private car.
Religion
In Veytaux, people follow different religions. In 2000, about 38.2% of the population were Roman Catholic. Another 35.4% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. There are also smaller groups of people who are Orthodox Christian, Muslim, or Hindu. About 14.69% of the population said they did not belong to any church.
Education
Many adults in Veytaux have completed higher education. About 42.4% have finished upper secondary education. Also, 18.1% have gone on to complete university or other higher education programs.
The local school system provides pre-school for young children. Students attend primary school for four years. After that, they go to lower secondary school for six years. Some students are also homeschooled.
Many students who live in Veytaux attend schools in other nearby towns.
Transportation
Veytaux has its own train station, called Veytaux-Chillon. This station is on the Simplon line, which is an important railway route. You can take trains from here to places like Grandson, Lausanne, and Aigle.
See also
In Spanish: Veytaux para niños
