Grilly facts for kids
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 Grilly
Location in France
Grilly
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Ain | |
| Arrondissement | Gex | |
| Canton | Gex | |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Gex | |
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7.50 km2 (2.90 sq mi) | |
| Population
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709 | |
| • Density | 94.53/km2 (244.8/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
01180 /01220
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| Elevation | 459–751 m (1,506–2,464 ft) (avg. 474 m or 1,555 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
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Grilly is a small town, known as a commune, located in eastern France. It is found in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, which is a large administrative area. Grilly is also part of the Ain department, which is similar to a county.
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Discovering Grilly: A French Commune
Grilly is a charming commune in the Ain department of France. A commune is the smallest administrative area in France, like a local town or village. It has its own local government and mayor.
Where is Grilly Located?
Grilly is situated in the eastern part of France. It's close to the border with Switzerland. The town is part of the Gex arrondissement and canton, which are smaller administrative divisions.
Grilly's Size and Population
The area of Grilly is about 7.50 square kilometers. In 2008, the town had a population of 709 people. This makes Grilly a relatively small and peaceful community.
Local Government in Grilly
Like all communes in France, Grilly has a mayor who leads the local government. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Grilly was Jean-Pierre Mossiere. The local government helps manage services for the people living in Grilly.
Grilly's Elevation and Landscape
Grilly is located at an average height of 474 meters above sea level. The lowest point in the commune is 459 meters, and the highest point reaches 751 meters. This varied elevation means Grilly has some interesting landscapes.
