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Questions about Olsberg, Aargau

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did the name Olsberg first appear in historical documents?

The name Olsperg first appeared in documents from 1236. This medieval mention marks the transition from ancient farming to a structured village life.

What percentage of the total municipal area is covered by forests?

Forests cover 60.0% of the total municipal area. Heavy forests blanket every square meter of the forested land within the municipality boundaries.

Which political party received the highest vote share in the 2007 federal election for Olsberg, Aargau?

The SVP party received 30.14% of votes in the 2007 federal election. The SP party followed closely with 28.61% support while other parties garnered smaller percentages.

How many residents lived inside the municipality of Olsberg during recent measurements?

Two hundred residents lived inside the municipality itself. One hundred forty-nine of them worked outside Olsberg boundaries which represents 74.5% of all local residents.

Who organized the chamber music festival named Solsberg starting in 2005?

Cellist Sol Gabetta organized a chamber music festival named Solsberg starting in 2005. This cultural event brings international musicians to the small village annually.