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Accolay
Part of Deux Rivières
Accolay is located in France
Accolay
Accolay
Location in France
Accolay is located in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Accolay
Accolay
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Country France
Region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Department Yonne
Arrondissement Auxerre
Canton Joux-la-Ville
Commune Deux Rivières
Area
1
9.27 km2 (3.58 sq mi)
Population
 (2017)
446
 • Density 48.11/km2 (124.61/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
Postal code
89460
Elevation 110–231 m (361–758 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Accolay was once a small town, known in France as a "commune." It is located in the central part of France, within an area called the Yonne department.

On January 1, 2017, Accolay joined with another area to form a new, larger commune called Deux Rivières. This means Accolay is no longer a separate commune on its own.

Accolay: A French Village

Accolay is a charming village in the Yonne department of central France. It sits near the Cure River, which adds to its peaceful scenery. The village has a long history, like many places in France.

What is a Commune?

In France, a "commune" is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a town or a small city. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there.

The Yonne Department

Accolay is part of the Yonne department. A "department" in France is similar to a county or a region in other countries. It's a larger administrative area that groups several communes together. The Yonne department is known for its beautiful countryside and historic towns.

Becoming Part of Deux Rivières

In 2017, Accolay merged with another commune to create "Deux Rivières." This often happens to help small towns share resources. It also helps them work together more efficiently. Even though it's now part of a larger commune, Accolay keeps its unique identity.

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