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Belp

Belp is a municipality in the canton of Bern, Switzerland. It belongs to the Bern-Mittelland district and lies just southeast of the city of Bern. The municipality includes the main village of Belp and several smaller settlements, with a landscape that combines agricultural land, forests, and residential areas.

Geography and demographics: Belp sits on a terrace above the Gürbe valley, offering views toward the Bernese

Economy and infrastructure: A defining feature within Belp is Bern Airport, commonly known as Bern-Belp Airport,

History and governance: Belp is governed by a municipal council (Gemeinderat) and a mayor, operating within

Sights and culture: The municipality reflects a typical Swiss suburban-rural profile, combining historical village structures with

Alps.
The
area
is
characterized
by
a
mix
of
farming
countryside
and
suburban
development,
with
a
population
that
comprises
families,
workers,
and
commuters
connected
to
the
nearby
city
of
Bern.
which
lies
on
the
municipality’s
ground
and
serves
as
a
regional
air
passenger
and
cargo
facility.
Beyond
the
airport,
the
local
economy
includes
agriculture,
light
industry,
and
service-oriented
businesses.
The
municipality
is
served
by
road
connections
to
Bern
and
surrounding
communities,
along
with
local
and
regional
public
transportation
options.
the
Swiss
system
of
cantonal
and
municipal
administration.
The
area
has
a
long
history
of
settlement
typical
of
the
Bern
region,
with
development
evolving
through
the
19th
and
20th
centuries
as
transport
links
and
urban
influence
from
Bern
shaped
the
community.
modern
housing
and
amenities.
Belp
serves
as
a
residential
and
commercial
hub
for
residents
who
work
in
Bern
or
nearby
towns,
while
maintaining
agricultural
and
local
traditions.