Brusson
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For the French commune, see Brusson, Marne.
Brusson | ||
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Comune | ||
Comune di Brusson Commune de Brusson | ||
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Brusson | ||
Coordinates: 45°46′N 7°44′E / 45.767°N 7.733°E | ||
Country | Italy | |
Region | Valle d'Aosta | |
Province | none | |
Frazioni | Pasquier, La Croix, Vollon, Estoul, La Pilaz, Arcésaz, Extrepierre, Fontaine, Graines, Curien, Fénille | |
Government | ||
• Mayor | Giulio Grosjacques | |
Area | ||
• Total | 55 km2 (21 sq mi) | |
Elevation | 1,338 m (4,390 ft) | |
Population (31 July 2010) | ||
• Total | 859 | |
• Density | 16/km2 (40/sq mi) | |
Demonym | Brussonins | |
Time zone | CET (UTC+1) | |
• Summer (DST) | CEST (UTC+2) | |
Postal code | 11022 | |
Dialing code | 0125 | |
Patron saint | Saint Maurice | |
Saint day | 22 September | |
Website | Official website |
Brusson is a town and comune 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. Brusson is part of the Monterosa Ski domain, home to cross-country skiing trails used for several World Cup races.
Sights include the medieval Graines Castle.
Twin towns
- Forio, Italy
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