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Villars-Sainte-Croix
Maison de Commune Villars-Sainte-Croix.jpg
Coat of arms of Villars-Sainte-Croix
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Villars-Sainte-Croix is located in Switzerland
Villars-Sainte-Croix
Villars-Sainte-Croix
Location in Switzerland
Villars-Sainte-Croix is located in Canton of Vaud
Villars-Sainte-Croix
Villars-Sainte-Croix
Location in Canton of Vaud
Country Switzerland
Canton Vaud
District Ouest lausannois
Area
 • Total 1.65 km2 (0.64 sq mi)
Elevation
509 m (1,670 ft)
Population
 (Dec 2020 )
 • Total 960
 • Density 582/km2 (1,507/sq mi)
Postal code
1029
Surrounded by Bussigny-près-Lausanne, Crissier, Mex

Villars-Sainte-Croix is a small town in Switzerland. It is a municipality located in the canton of Vaud. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes.

About Villars-Sainte-Croix

Villars-Sainte-Croix is part of the Ouest lausannois district. A district is like a group of towns that work together. The town is located in the western part of the canton of Vaud.

Location and Size

Villars-Sainte-Croix is found in a lovely part of Switzerland. It sits at an elevation of 509 meters (about 1,670 feet) above sea level. The total area of the municipality is about 1.66 square kilometers (0.64 square miles). This makes it a relatively small community.

Population and Language

As of 2003, about 625 people lived in Villars-Sainte-Croix. The main language spoken by the people here is French. This is common in the canton of Vaud, where French is the official language.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a local government area. It's a town or a small group of villages that manage their own local affairs. This includes things like schools, roads, and local services. Villars-Sainte-Croix is one of many municipalities in Switzerland.

The Canton of Vaud

Villars-Sainte-Croix is in the canton of Vaud. Switzerland is made up of 26 cantons, which are like states or provinces. Each canton has its own government and laws, but they all follow the rules of the Swiss federal government. Vaud is one of the largest cantons in Switzerland.

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