Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, Côte-d'Or

Voulaines-les-Templiers

Préfecture - Côte-d'Or

Voulaines-les-Templiers is a commune in the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region of France. It is located in the department of Côte-d'Or and the arrondissement of Dijon. The commune has a population of approximately 250 inhabitants and covers an area of 7.78 km².

The name "Voulaines" is thought to derive from the Latin "Volvianum" or "Vilvianum", which means "a place where the willow grows". The addition of "les-Templiers" refers to the Knights Templar, who played an important role in the history of the region.

The village itself is typical of rural Burgundy, with old stone houses, narrow streets, and a church dating back to the 12th century. The surrounding countryside is characterized by rolling hills and vineyards, and the area is known for its production of Burgundy wine.

There are a number of historic sites in the area, including the ruins of an old castle and a 12th-century chapel. In addition, the nearby town of Dijon offers a rich cultural and historical heritage, with its many museums, galleries, and landmarks.

Overall, Voulaines-les-Templiers is a charming and peaceful village that offers a taste of traditional Burgundy life and culture.

Données géographiques :

• Code postal : 21290
• Code INSEE : 21717
• Région : Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
• Département : Côte-d'Or
• Longitude / Latitude : 4.77656656 / 47.83064177

Quelques chiffres :

• La population de la ville Voulaines-les-Templiers s'élève à 276 habitants.
• La surface de la commune Voulaines-les-Templiers est de 23,15 km².
• La densité de population pour Voulaines-les-Templiers est de 11,92 habitants par km².

Les coordonnées et horaires de la mairie de la ville Voulaines-les-Templiers ont été mis à jour le 06/09/2024.

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