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Meursault
The town hall in Meursault
The town hall in Meursault
Coat of arms of Meursault
Coat of arms
Meursault is located in France
Meursault
Meursault
Location in France
Meursault is located in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Meursault
Meursault
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Country France
Region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Department Côte-d'Or
Arrondissement Beaune
Canton Ladoix-Serrigny
Area
1
16.22 km2 (6.26 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2019)
1,408
 • Density 86.81/km2 (224.83/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
21412 /21190
Elevation 199–458 m (653–1,503 ft)
(avg. 243 m or 797 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Meursault is a small town in eastern France. It is known as a commune, which is like a local government area or a municipality. Meursault is located in the Côte-d'Or department, which is a bit like a county. This department is part of the larger Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region.

Meursault is especially famous for its delicious white wines. These wines are made from Chardonnay grapes grown in the vineyards around the town. Many people visit Meursault to taste these famous wines and explore the beautiful countryside.

Where is Meursault Located?

Meursault is found in the eastern part of France. It is in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region, which is known for its history and beautiful landscapes. The town is also part of the Beaune arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of administrative division in France.

Several roads pass through or near Meursault. These include the D23, D17E, D113B, and D974 roads. These roads help connect Meursault to other towns and cities in the region.

How Many People Live in Meursault?

The number of people living in Meursault has changed over the years. In January 2019, the population was 1,408 people. This number helps us understand the size of the town.

Here is a look at the population over time:

  • 1962: 1,793 people
  • 1968: 1,831 people
  • 1975: 1,733 people
  • 1982: 1,645 people
  • 1990: 1,538 people
  • 1999: 1,598 people
  • 2008: 1,566 people

Who Leads Meursault?

The town of Meursault is led by a mayor. The mayor is like the head of the local government. They help make decisions for the town and its people. The current mayor of Meursault is Denis Thomas. He was elected for the term from 2020 to 2026.

The town hall, shown in the picture, is where many of these local government activities take place. It's an important building for the community.

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