Brusson, Aosta Valley

For the French commune, see Brusson, Marne.
Brusson
Comune
Comune di Brusson
Commune de Brusson

Coat of arms
Brusson

Location of Brusson in Italy

Coordinates: 45°46′N 7°44′E / 45.767°N 7.733°E / 45.767; 7.733
Country Italy
Region Valle d'Aosta
Province / Metropolitan city 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


Gold specimen from the old Fenillaz Mine, near Brusson

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