Brusson, Aosta Valley
For the French commune, see Brusson, Marne.
| Brusson | ||
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| Comune | ||
| Comune di Brusson Commune de Brusson | ||
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  Brusson Location of Brusson in Italy | ||
| 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(s) | 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 (2008)
Gold specimen from the old Fenillaz Mine, near Brusson
External links
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