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Bronschhofen is located in Switzerland
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Bronschhofen
Location in Switzerland
Bronschhofen is located in Canton of St. Gallen
Bronschhofen
Bronschhofen
Location in Canton of St. Gallen
Country Switzerland
Canton St. Gallen
District Wil
Area
 • Total 13.16 km2 (5.08 sq mi)
Elevation
562 m (1,844 ft)
Population
 (Dec 2011)
 • Total 4,654
 • Density 353.65/km2 (915.9/sq mi)
Postal code
9552
Surrounded by Bettwiesen (TG), Braunau (TG), Münchwilen (TG), Tobel-Tägerschen (TG), Wil, Wuppenau (TG), Zuzwil

Bronschhofen was a small town, also known as a municipality, located in Switzerland. It was part of the canton of St. Gallen. Bronschhofen was a municipality until the end of 2012.

On January 1, 2013, Bronschhofen officially became part of the nearby city of Wil. This means it is no longer a separate municipality.

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Where was Bronschhofen located?

Bronschhofen was found in the eastern part of Switzerland. It was in the canton of St. Gallen. This canton is known for its beautiful landscapes.

The municipality was part of the Wil district. It was close to several other towns. These included Bettwiesen, Braunau, and Münchwilen.

Facts about Bronschhofen

Bronschhofen covered an area of about 13.16 square kilometers. This is roughly 5 square miles. It was located at an elevation of 562 meters (1,844 feet) above sea level.

In December 2011, Bronschhofen had a population of 4,654 people. The main language spoken there was German.

Joining the city of Wil

The decision for Bronschhofen to join Wil was a big change. This kind of merger happens when smaller towns combine with larger ones. It helps with shared services and planning.

After the merger, Bronschhofen became a part of the city of Wil. Its history as a separate municipality ended.

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