Brusson

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Comune di Brusson
Coat of arms of Comune di Brusson
Municipal coat of arms

Location of Brusson in Italy
Country Flag of Italy Italy
Region Valle d'Aosta
Province [[|]] ()
Elevation 1,338 m (4,390 ft)
Area 55 km² (21 sq mi)
Population (as of 31-12-2006)
 - Total 840
 - Density 15/km² (39/sq mi)
Time zone CET, UTC+1
Coordinates 45°46′0″N, 7°44′0″E
Gentilic Brussonesi or Brussonins (Breutzonet in Franco-provencal)
Dialing code 0125
Postal code 11022
Frazioni A Crouch, A Pila, Artséza, Crièn, Ehtó, Ehtrepira, Fénéya, Fontana, Gran-a, Pahquì, Vollón
Patron San Maurizio martire
 - Day 22 September
Website: http://www.brusson.org

Brusson is a town and commune in Val d'Ayas, a left minor valley of the Aosta Valley region in Italy.

It is well-known as a summer and winter vacationing spot, and better known for its plentiful cross-country skiing trails. It is also a good starting point for climbing Monte Rosa.