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Sacy
Sacy is located in France
Sacy
Sacy
Location in France
Sacy is located in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Sacy
Sacy
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Country France
Region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Department Yonne
Arrondissement Auxerre
Canton Vermenton
Area
1
27.70 km2 (10.70 sq mi)
Population
 (2006)
211
 • Density 7.617/km2 (19.73/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
89330 /89270
Elevation 137–284 m (449–932 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Sacy is a small and charming commune (which is like a local town or village area) located in the beautiful Yonne department. This department is found in the central part of France. Sacy is a quiet place, home to a small number of people, making it a peaceful spot in the French countryside.

About Sacy

Sacy is a commune, which is the smallest kind of local government area in France. Think of it like a town or village with its surrounding land. It's a place where people live, work, and have their own local government.

Where is Sacy Located?

Sacy is situated in the Yonne department. The Yonne department is part of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in central France. This area is known for its lovely landscapes, including rolling hills, forests, and rivers. It's also famous for its vineyards, which produce delicious French wines.

  • Department: Yonne
  • Region: Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
  • Country: France

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is the basic unit of local administration. It's like a city, town, or village, along with its nearby rural areas. Each commune has its own mayor and a local council that makes decisions for the people living there. This system helps manage local services like schools, roads, and public spaces.

  • Local Government: Each commune has a mayor and a council.
  • Services: They manage local services for residents.
  • Size: Communes can be very small, like Sacy, or very large, like the city of Paris.

Life in Sacy

With a population of around 211 people (as of 2006), Sacy is a very small and close-knit community. Life here is likely peaceful and connected to nature. Many small French communes like Sacy offer a glimpse into traditional French rural life, away from the busy cities.


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