Tournon-sur-Rhône facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tournon-sur-Rhône
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Subprefecture and commune
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A view across the river in Tournon-sur-Rhône
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 Tournon-sur-Rhône
Location in France
Tournon-sur-Rhône
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Ardèche | |
| Arrondissement | Tournon-sur-Rhône | |
| Canton | Tournon-sur-Rhône | |
| Intercommunality | CA Arche Agglo | |
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21.01 km2 (8.11 sq mi) | |
| Population
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11,191 | |
| • Density | 532.65/km2 (1,379.6/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07324 /07300
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| Elevation | 115–508 m (377–1,667 ft) (avg. 123 m or 404 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Tournon-sur-Rhône is a town in the Ardèche area of southern France. It is one of the biggest towns in the Ardèche department. The town's name was just Tournon until 1988.
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Where is Tournon-sur-Rhône Located?
Tournon-sur-Rhône is found on the right side of the Rhône River. It is in the Ardèche department. Right across the river is another town called Tain-l'Hermitage, which is in a different department called Drôme.
A Brief History of Tournon-sur-Rhône
Tournon-sur-Rhône has a long history. It had its own local rulers, called counts, as far back as the 9th century. This was during the time of King Louis I. Later, in the mid-1600s, the title of count passed to the dukes of Ventadour.
How Many People Live in Tournon-sur-Rhône?
The number of people living in Tournon-sur-Rhône has changed a lot over time. In 1793, about 3,300 people lived there. By 1962, the population had grown to nearly 7,000. In 2020, over 10,800 people called Tournon-sur-Rhône home.
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What Can You See in Tournon-sur-Rhône?
Tournon-sur-Rhône has several interesting places to visit.
St Julian's Church
The church of St Julian was mostly built in the 14th century. It is a very old and historic building.
Gabriel-Faure High School
The local high school, called the Lycée Gabriel-Faure, is in an old college building. This college was started in the 16th century by a famous person named Cardinal François de Tournon. It is still a working high school today. Sometimes, you can even take a tour of the building.
Marc Seguin Footbridge
One of the most special sights is the Passerelle Marc-Seguin. This is a suspension bridge that connects Tournon-sur-Rhône with Tain-l'Hermitage. It was built in 1825 and is the oldest suspension bridge in all of France! Today, only people walking can use it.
Tournon Castle Museum
The Château de Tournon is a castle that now has a museum inside. From the castle, you can get amazing views of the Rhône River.
Famous People from Tournon-sur-Rhône
Some notable people have come from Tournon-sur-Rhône:
- François de Tournon (1489-1562): He was a very important cardinal and advisor to King Francis I.
- Jean-Antoine Courbis (1752–1795): A lawyer and a key figure during the French Revolution.
- Sébastien Joly (born 1979): A professional racing cyclist who is now a coach.
- Greta Richioud (born 1996): Also a racing cyclist.
