Les Brouzils facts for kids
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Les Brouzils
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A reconstructed refuge hut in the forest of Grasla
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 Les Brouzils
Location in France
Les Brouzils
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Pays de la Loire | |
| Department | Vendée | |
| Arrondissement | La Roche-sur-Yon | |
| Canton | Montaigu | |
| Intercommunality | Canton de Saint-Fulgent | |
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41.25 km2 (15.93 sq mi) | |
| Population
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2,816 | |
| • Density | 68.267/km2 (176.81/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
85038 /85260
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| Elevation | 37–78 m (121–256 ft) | |
| 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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Les Brouzils is a charming small town, also known as a commune, located in the western part of France. It is found in the Pays de la Loire region, specifically within the Vendée department. This area is known for its beautiful countryside and rich history.
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Discovering Les Brouzils
Les Brouzils is a typical French commune, which is like a local government area. It's a place where people live, work, and go to school. The town is part of the Vendée department, which is one of the many departments that make up France.
Where is Les Brouzils?
Les Brouzils is situated in the western part of France. It's in the Pays de la Loire region, which is famous for its castles and rivers. The town is located in the Vendée department, which is known for its Atlantic coastline and historical events.
- The town's exact location can be found using its coordinates: 46.8878 degrees North and 1.3206 degrees West.
- It is part of the La Roche-sur-Yon arrondissement, which is a larger administrative area.
- The closest larger town is Montaigu, which is its canton.
People and Government
As of January 2019, about 2,816 people lived in Les Brouzils. The number of people living in a commune can change over time.
- The town is led by a mayor, who is like the town's chief. The mayor helps manage the town and its services.
- From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Les Brouzils was Jacky Dabreteau.
- The commune works with other nearby towns in a group called "Canton de Saint-Fulgent" to share services and resources.
Nature and Surroundings
Les Brouzils is surrounded by natural beauty. The area has different elevations, from 37 meters (about 121 feet) to 78 meters (about 256 feet) above sea level. This means there are some hills and valleys around the town.
- The total area of the commune is about 41.25 square kilometers (about 15.93 square miles).
- One notable feature near Les Brouzils is the forest of Grasla. This forest has historical importance.
- The image of a reconstructed refuge hut in the forest of Grasla shows a glimpse into the past. These huts were used for shelter.
