Le Mont-sur-Lausanne facts for kids
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Le Mont-sur-Lausanne
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 Le Mont-sur-Lausanne
Location in Switzerland
Le Mont-sur-Lausanne
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Lausanne | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 9.8 km2 (3.8 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 702 m (2,303 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 9,144 | |
| • Density | 933/km2 (2,417/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1052
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| Surrounded by | Cugy, Epalinges, Lausanne, Romanel-sur-Lausanne | |
| Twin towns | Samedan (Switzerland) | |
Le Mont-sur-Lausanne is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Lausanne district. It is part of the canton of Vaud in Switzerland. This town is like a close neighbor or suburb to the bigger city of Lausanne.
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Where is Le Mont-sur-Lausanne?
Le Mont-sur-Lausanne is found in the western part of Switzerland. It sits on a hill, which is why its name includes "Mont," meaning mountain or hill. The town is about 702 meters (2,303 feet) above sea level. This high location gives it nice views of the surrounding area.
It is surrounded by other towns. These include Cugy, Epalinges, Lausanne, and Romanel-sur-Lausanne. Being so close to Lausanne means it's easy for people to travel between the two places.
Life in the Town
As of 2007, about 5,343 people lived in Le Mont-sur-Lausanne. The main language spoken here is French. This is common for towns in the Vaud canton. The town covers an area of about 9.82 square kilometers (3.79 square miles).
Many people who live in Le Mont-sur-Lausanne might work or study in Lausanne. The town offers a quieter place to live. It has its own local services and community feel.
Local Government
Like other Swiss municipalities, Le Mont-sur-Lausanne has its own local government. The head of the town's government is called the Syndic. As of the information given, the Syndic is Jean-Pierre Sueur. The local government helps manage things like schools, roads, and public services for the people living there.
Interesting Facts
Le Mont-sur-Lausanne has a special connection with another Swiss town. It is a twin town with Samedan. Samedan is located in a different part of Switzerland, in the canton of Graubünden. Twin towns often share cultural exchanges and friendly ties.
The town also has a historic building, the Le Mont-sur-Lausanne temple. This building is a local landmark. It shows some of the town's history and architecture.
Images for kids
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The coat of arms for Le Mont-sur-Lausanne.
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A map showing the municipality of Le Mont-sur-Lausanne.
