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Veysonnaz is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the beautiful Valais region of Switzerland. It's part of the Sion district. People in Veysonnaz mainly speak French.

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View of Veysonnaz in evening. The Bietschhorn is in the background
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Veysonnaz
Coat of arms of Veysonnaz
Coat of arms
Country Switzerland
Canton Valais
District Sion
Area
 • Total 1.14 km2 (0.44 sq mi)
Elevation
(Veysonnaz village)
1,233 m (4,045 ft)
Population
 (Dec 2020 )
 • Total 588
 • Density 515.8/km2 (1,336/sq mi)
Postal code
1993
Surrounded by Les Agettes, Nendaz, Salins

About Veysonnaz

Veysonnaz is a small but interesting place. It sits high up in the mountains, with the main village at an elevation of 1233 meters (about 4,045 feet) above sea level. This makes it a great spot for enjoying mountain views and activities.

Size and Population

The municipality of Veysonnaz is quite small in terms of its land area. It covers about 1.1 square kilometers (which is roughly 0.42 square miles). As of December 2015, around 606 people lived in Veysonnaz. This shows it's a close-knit community.

Local Government

Like all municipalities in Switzerland, Veysonnaz has its own local government. The mayor, who leads the municipality, is Henri-Bernard Fragnière. The mayor and other local officials help manage the town and make decisions for its residents.

Neighboring Areas

Veysonnaz shares its borders with a few other municipalities. These include Les Agettes, Nendaz, and Salins. These towns are all part of the same beautiful region in Valais.

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