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Bourg-en-Lavaux
Villette
Villette
Coat of arms of Bourg-en-Lavaux
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Bourg-en-Lavaux is located in Switzerland
Bourg-en-Lavaux
Bourg-en-Lavaux
Location in Switzerland
Bourg-en-Lavaux is located in Canton of Vaud
Bourg-en-Lavaux
Bourg-en-Lavaux
Location in Canton of Vaud
Country Switzerland
Canton Vaud
District Lavaux-Oron
Area
 • Total 9.65 km2 (3.73 sq mi)
Population
 (Dec 2020 )
 • Total 5,391
 • Density 558.7/km2 (1,446.9/sq mi)
Localities Cully, Epesses, Grandvaux, Riex and Villette
Surrounded by Forel (Lavaux), Lugrin (FR-74), Lutry, Meillerie (FR-74), Savigny

Bourg-en-Lavaux is a special place in Switzerland. It is a municipality, which is like a local government area. This municipality is found in the Lavaux-Oron district, within the canton of Vaud.

Bourg-en-Lavaux is quite new! It was formed on 1 July 2011. Before that, it was five separate municipalities. These were Cully, Epesses, Grandvaux, Riex, and Villette (Lavaux). They all joined together to create the single municipality we know today.

Where is Bourg-en-Lavaux?

Bourg-en-Lavaux is located in the western part of Switzerland. It is in the canton of Vaud. This area is famous for its beautiful landscapes. The municipality sits near Lake Geneva, also known as Lac Léman. The region is well-known for its stunning vineyards.

What can you find in Bourg-en-Lavaux?

The municipality is made up of the five former villages. Each of these villages has its own unique charm. The area is part of the Lavaux region. This region is famous for its terraced vineyards. These vineyards are so special that they are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This means they are recognized as important to the whole world. People visit to see the grapevines and the amazing views of the lake.

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