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Russy
The church of Saint-Éloi at Russy
The church of Saint-Éloi at Russy
Coat of arms of Russy
Coat of arms
Russy is located in France
Russy
Russy
Location in France
Russy is located in Normandy
Russy
Russy
Location in Normandy
Country France
Region Normandy
Department Calvados
Arrondissement Bayeux
Canton Trévières
Intercommunality Trévières
Area
1
4.86 km2 (1.88 sq mi)
Population
 (1999)
156
 • Density 32.10/km2 (83.1/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
14551 /14710
Elevation 7–78 m (23–256 ft)
(avg. 40 m or 130 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Russy was once a small commune (which is like a town or village area) located in the Calvados department in the northwest of France. It was part of the region called Basse-Normandie. On January 1, 2017, Russy joined with other nearby communes to form a new, larger commune named Aure sur Mer.

About Russy

Russy was a small place in the French countryside. It had a population of 156 people back in 1999. Like many small villages, it had its own local government and a unique history.

Where Was Russy Located?

Russy was found in the Calvados department. This department is in the Basse-Normandie region of France. It's in the northwestern part of the country, not too far from the coast. The area is known for its green landscapes and historic sites.

What is a French Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest area for local government. Think of it like a town, village, or even a part of a big city. Each commune has a mayor and a local council that make decisions for the people living there. Russy was one of these communes until it merged.

Why Do Communes Merge?

Sometimes, smaller communes like Russy decide to join together. This happens for a few reasons. It can help them share resources, save money, and provide better services to their residents. When Russy merged, it became part of a bigger area called Aure sur Mer. This new, larger commune can work more efficiently.

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