EWerten

EWerten is a town and municipality in the northern part of the fictional country of Veridia, situated in a river valley with rolling hills and deciduous forests. The municipality covers about 60 square kilometers and has a population of roughly 9,500 residents as of 2023. The local economy combines agriculture, light manufacturing, and public services, with a notable emphasis on dairy farming and small-batch food production.

Settlement in EWerten dates to the Middle Ages, with the first documentary mention in 1274. The town grew around a ford on the Ver brook and prospered after the construction of a railway in the late 19th century. The municipal boundaries were fixed in their current form in the mid-20th century.

EWerten has a mayor-council system. The nine-member council elected every four years appoints committees for finance, planning, and culture. The mayor serves as the head of the local executive and chairs council meetings.

Major employers include a regional hospital, a cooperative dairy, and several small manufacturing firms focused on packaging and woodworking. The town also benefits from regional tourism focused on hiking and river activities.

Public services include a library, a comprehensive primary and secondary school, and a local vocational training center. The transport network comprises a regional rail stop on the Veridia line and a network of local bus routes, with highway access a short drive away.