Wavre, Switzerland facts for kids

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Wavre is a small village located in Switzerland. It's part of the La Tène municipality, which is found in the canton of Neuchâtel.

What is Wavre?

Wavre is a quiet village in the French-speaking part of Switzerland. It's known for its peaceful surroundings. The village is part of a larger area called a municipality.

Wavre's Location in Switzerland

Wavre is located in the western part of Switzerland. It's in the canton of Neuchâtel, which is like a state or region within Switzerland. This canton is famous for its beautiful lakes and watchmaking history.

A Bit of History: How Wavre Changed

For many years, Wavre was its own independent municipality. But in 1888, it joined with another nearby village called Thielle. Together, they formed a new municipality called Thielle-Wavre. Later, in 2009, Thielle-Wavre merged with other villages to create the larger municipality of La Tène. So, Wavre is now a village within the La Tène municipality.

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