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Broby
Broby in April 2010
Broby in April 2010
Broby is located in Sweden
Broby
Broby
Location in Sweden
Country Sweden
Province Skåne
County Skåne County
Municipality Östra Göinge Municipality
Area
 • Total 3.68 km2 (1.42 sq mi)
Population
 (31 December 2010)
 • Total 2,920
 • Density 792/km2 (2,050/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Broby is a small town, also called an urban area, located in the southern part of Sweden. It is found in a region known as Scania. This area is famous for its beautiful landscapes and rich history.

Broby is special because it is the main town, or "seat," of the Östra Göinge Municipality. This means that important local government offices are located here.

Discovering Broby

Broby is a charming place in Skåne County. It's part of the larger Skåne province in Sweden. This area is well-known for its natural beauty.

Where is Broby?

Broby is located in the southern part of Sweden. It sits at specific geographic coordinates: 56 degrees North and 14 degrees East. This position places it in a temperate climate zone.

How Big is Broby?

Broby covers an area of about 3.68 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 368 football fields! It's a compact town, easy to explore.

Who Lives in Broby?

As of December 31, 2010, about 2,920 people lived in Broby. This means the town has a population density of about 792 people per square kilometer. It's a close-knit community.

Time in Broby

Broby follows Central European Time (CET). This is one hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+1). During the summer, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST), which is two hours ahead of UTC (UTC+2). This is a common practice in many European countries.

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