Bessans

Bessans is a commune in the department in the region in south-eastern France. It is located in the valley of Maurienne and crossed by the river.
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Wikipedia
  • Locality with 345 residents
  • …lies at an elevation of 1,713 metres (5,620 feet)
  • …is also known as “73040”

Places of Interest

Highlights include Pointe de Tierce and Pointe de Claret.
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is a mountain in , which lies in the range.
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is a mountain of , .

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Vincendières.
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is a hamlet, which is situated 4 km east of Bessans.

Bessans

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Latitude
45.32° or 45° 19′ 12″ north
Longitude
6.9936° or 6° 59′ 37″ east
Open location code
8FQ88X9V+XC
Geo­Names ID
6450976

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In Other Languages

“Bessans” goes by many names.

Localities in the Area

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Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Bois de Bessans and Glacier de Méan-Martin.

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