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Rousson
Rousson is located in France
Rousson
Rousson
Location in France
Rousson is located in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Rousson
Rousson
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Country France
Region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Department Yonne
Arrondissement Sens
Canton Villeneuve-sur-Yonne
Area
1
5.62 km2 (2.17 sq mi)
Population
 (2006)
371
 • Density 66.01/km2 (171.0/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
89327 /89500
Elevation 68–182 m (223–597 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Rousson is a small place in France called a commune. It is located in the Yonne department, which is in the central part of France. Think of a department like a county or a region.

What is a Commune?

A commune is the smallest type of administrative area in France. It's like a town or a village. Each commune has its own local government. Rousson is one of many communes in France.

Where is Rousson Located?

Rousson is found in the Yonne department. The Yonne department is in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of central France. It's known for its beautiful countryside and historical sites.

Facts About Rousson

  • Population: In 2006, about 371 people lived in Rousson. This makes it a very small and quiet community.
  • Area: The commune covers an area of 5.62 square kilometers. That's about 2.17 square miles.
  • Elevation: The land in Rousson ranges from 68 meters (about 223 feet) to 182 meters (about 597 feet) above sea level. This means it has some higher and lower areas.

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