Botterens facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Botterens
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 Botterens
Location in Switzerland
Botterens
Location in Canton of Fribourg
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Fribourg | |
| District | Gruyère | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4.27 km2 (1.65 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 744 m (2,441 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 670 | |
| • Density | 156.9/km2 (406/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1652
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| Surrounded by | Broc, Châtel-sur-Montsalvens, Morlon, Villarbeney, Val-de-Charmey | |
Botterens is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is located in the canton of Fribourg, which is like a state or region. Botterens is part of the Gruyère district, famous for its cheese! The town is known by its French name, but it used to have a German name, Botteringen, which is no longer used.
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Botterens Through Time
Botterens was first mentioned in official records way back in 1227. This means it has a long history!
In 2006, another small town called Villarbeney joined with Botterens. This made Botterens a bit bigger.
Where is Botterens?
Botterens is located in the Greyerz district. It sits on the right side of Lake Gruyère, a beautiful lake in the region. The town itself is a linear village, meaning its buildings are mostly spread out along a road.
The total area of Botterens is about 4.2 square kilometers (or 1.6 square miles). Imagine a square about 2 kilometers on each side – that's roughly the size!
Land Use in Botterens
- About 35% of the land is used for farming. This includes fields for crops and pastures for animals.
- More than half, about 54%, is covered by forests. These are important for nature and fresh air.
- Around 9% of the land has buildings and roads. This is where people live and move around.
- A small part, about 1.7%, is land that cannot be used for farming or building, like rocky areas.
Botterens' Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. Botterens' coat of arms shows a red background with a silver stripe going across it. On top of green hills, there is a chamois, which is a type of goat-antelope found in the mountains. It has a golden head and black hooves and horns.
People of Botterens
Botterens is a small community. As of the latest count, it has a population of around 460 people.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Botterens speak French. About 94% of the population uses French as their main language. A smaller number of people speak German or Italian.
Who Lives in Botterens?
- About 33% of the people living in Botterens were born there.
- Many others, about 45%, were born in the same canton (Fribourg).
- Around 11% came from other parts of Switzerland.
- About 8% of the people were born outside of Switzerland.
Age Groups
The population of Botterens includes:
- Children and teenagers (0-19 years old): About 25%
- Adults (20-64 years old): About 63%
- Seniors (over 64 years old): About 12%
Homes in Botterens
In Botterens, there are about 156 homes. On average, about 2 to 3 people live in each home. Most of the apartments are lived in all year round.
Working in Botterens
Botterens has a low unemployment rate, meaning most people who want to work can find jobs.
Types of Jobs
People in Botterens work in different areas:
- Primary sector: This includes jobs related to farming and agriculture. About 22 people work in this area.
- Secondary sector: This involves manufacturing and construction. About 87 people work in factories or building things.
- Tertiary sector: These are service jobs, like working in shops, hotels, or restaurants. About 17 people work in this sector.
Many people who live in Botterens travel to other towns for work. Also, some people travel into Botterens for their jobs. Most people use a private car to get to work, but a small number use public transportation.
Faith in Botterens
Most people in Botterens are Roman Catholic. About 85% of the population follows this faith. A smaller group belongs to the Swiss Reformed Church. Some people do not belong to any church.
Learning in Botterens
In Switzerland, education is very important.
School System in Fribourg
The Canton of Fribourg has a school system that includes:
- One year of optional Kindergarten (for younger children).
- Six years of Primary school (for elementary-aged children).
- Three years of lower Secondary school. Here, students are grouped based on their abilities.
- After that, students can choose to go to an upper Secondary school for three or four years. This can be a gymnasium (which prepares them for university) or a vocational program (which teaches them job skills).
- After upper Secondary, students can go to university or start an apprenticeship (learning a trade on the job).
While there are no schools directly in Botterens, students from the town attend schools in nearby municipalities. For example, in the 2010-2011 school year, 84 students from Botterens went to schools in other towns for kindergarten, primary, and secondary education.
See also
In Spanish: Botterens para niños
