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Gilly
Gilly village
Gilly village
Coat of arms of Gilly
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Gilly is located in Switzerland
Gilly
Gilly
Location in Switzerland
Gilly is located in Canton of Vaud
Gilly
Gilly
Location in Canton of Vaud
Country Switzerland
Canton Vaud
District Nyon
Area
 • Total 7.76 km2 (3.00 sq mi)
Elevation
484 m (1,588 ft)
Population
 (Dec 2020 )
 • Total 1,428
 • Density 184.02/km2 (476.6/sq mi)
Postal code
1182
Surrounded by Bursinel, Bursins, Burtigny, Essertines-sur-Rolle, Rolle, Tartegnin

Gilly is a lovely small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is found in the Nyon district, which is part of the canton of Vaud. Switzerland has many cantons, which are like states or regions.

Discover Gilly!

Gilly is a quiet and pretty place in the western part of Switzerland. It is known for its beautiful views and calm atmosphere. Many people enjoy visiting or living here because of its peaceful setting.

Where is Gilly Located?

Gilly is in the canton of Vaud. This canton is in the French-speaking part of Switzerland. The town is close to Lake Geneva, one of Europe's largest lakes. This area is famous for its vineyards and rolling hills.

  • Gilly is located at an elevation of 484 meters (about 1,588 feet) above sea level.
  • Its postal code is 1182.
  • The official language spoken in Gilly is French.

Gilly's People and Size

Gilly is a small community. In 2003, about 863 people lived there. The municipality covers an area of 7.78 square kilometers (about 3 square miles). This makes it a cozy place where neighbors often know each other.

Who Leads Gilly?

Every municipality in Switzerland has a leader. In Gilly, the leader is called the Syndic. As of the information given, the Syndic of Gilly is Denis Dumartheray. The Syndic helps manage the town and makes decisions for its residents.

Neighbors of Gilly

Gilly is surrounded by several other municipalities. These neighboring towns are:

These towns often share resources and work together on local projects.

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