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Vernon
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Vernon is located in France
Vernon
Vernon
Location in France
Vernon is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Vernon
Vernon
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Country France
Region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Department Ardèche
Arrondissement Largentière
Canton Joyeuse
Intercommunality Pays Beaume Drobie
Area
1
3.71 km2 (1.43 sq mi)
Population
 (2004)
215
 • Density 57.95/km2 (150.1/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
07336 /07260
Elevation 160–471 m (525–1,545 ft)
(avg. 250 m or 820 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Vernon is a small and charming town in southern France. It is located in the Ardèche département, which is like a county or region in France. Vernon is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and peaceful atmosphere.

Where is Vernon?

Vernon is found in the southern part of France. It is part of the Ardèche département. This area is known for its lovely landscapes, including hills and valleys.

Location and Size

The town of Vernon is situated at an average height of 250 meters (about 820 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 160 meters (525 feet) and its highest point reaches 471 meters (1,545 feet). The total area of Vernon is 3.71 square kilometers (about 1.43 square miles). This makes it a relatively small town.

People of Vernon

As of 2004, Vernon had a population of 215 people. This means it is a very small community. Living in a small town often means that people know each other well and there is a strong sense of community.

Local Government

Like all towns in France, Vernon has its own local government. This government helps manage the town and make decisions for its residents.

The Mayor

The mayor of Vernon is a person named Richard Allamel. He served as mayor from 2001 to 2008. The mayor is like the head of the town. They help lead the local government and work to improve the lives of the people in Vernon.

Working Together

Vernon is also part of a group called "Pays Beaume Drobie". This is an "intercommunality", which means several towns work together on projects. They might share resources or plan things that benefit all the towns in the group. This helps smaller towns like Vernon get more done.

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