Les Agettes

Les Agettes was a small place in the district of Hérens in the canton of Valais, Switzerland. It had its own local government and community.

In 2017, Les Agettes joined with another place to become part of the larger city of Sion. This kind of change sometimes happens when smaller towns grow closer and decide to work together as one community.

Even though it is no longer its own municipality, Les Agettes remains an important part of the history and culture of the region. People who live there still have strong ties to their community and its traditions.

History

Les Agettes was first mentioned in the year 1190 and was called Agietes. It was a small village in the district of Hérens in the canton of Valais in Switzerland. In 2017, Les Agettes joined with the nearby city of Sion.

Geography

Les Agettes was a small area in Switzerland. It covered 5.1 square kilometers. Much of the land had trees. Some parts were used for farming and buildings.

The area had three small villages. They were Crête-à-l'Œil, La Vernaz, and Les Agettes. The villages were near the city of Sion. They were also above the Rhone valley. There were places to enjoy the mountains. There was a vacation spot called Mayens de l'Ours. It was built in 1982.

Coat of arms

The coat of arms of Les Agettes has two sides with different colors and symbols. One side shows a silver background with a red cross, a red sword, and a red star. The other side has a blue background with a silver tower, windows, a door, and green ground below.

Demographics

Les Agettes was a small place in Switzerland. In 2015, 347 people lived there. Most people spoke French. Some spoke German and Italian. About half the people were men and half were women.

Many people were born in Les Agettes or nearby. Others came from different parts of Switzerland or other countries. The town had families, single people, and older adults. There were many homes for families, and most were used for vacations.

Politics

In the 2007 federal election, the CVP was the most popular party in Les Agettes. The next most popular parties were the SP, the SVP, and the FDP. Many people voted, and the voter turnout was good.

Economy

Les Agettes had a small number of jobs in different areas. In 2008, people found work in farming, making things, and services like shops and schools.

Many people from Les Agettes worked in other places. Most of them drove their own cars to work, while others used buses or trains.

Religion

In the year 2000, most people in Les Agettes were Roman Catholic. About 85% of the community belonged to this church. A smaller group, around 3%, followed the Swiss Reformed Church. Some people belonged to other faiths, like an Orthodox church, while others did not follow any specific religion.

Education

In Les Agettes, many people finished their upper secondary education, which is not required. Some also went to university or similar schools. Most of these students were Swiss men.

In the year 2000, some students from Les Agettes went to schools in other places.