Brioude

The canton of Brioude encompasses twelve communes across the Haute-Loire department, with mountains and valleys shaping the regional landscape throughout the territory.

The current administrative structure of Brioude canton emerged from the national reorganization of French territories implemented in March 2015 to optimize local governance.

Each commune within the Brioude canton maintains independent cultural activities while participating in shared regional festivals that highlight local traditions and gastronomy.

The administrative center provides essential services to residents of all twelve communes, including documentation processing and municipal support throughout the working week.

The canton system in Brioude demonstrates the French approach to local administration, where multiple communes unite under a single administrative framework.

Location: canton of Brioude-Nord

Location: canton of Brioude-Sud

Location: Haute-Loire

Location: arrondissement of Brioude

Elevation above the sea: 442 m

Shares border with: Beaumont, Cohade, Fontannes, Lamothe, Paulhac, Saint-Laurent-Chabreuges, Vieille-Brioude

Address: 43100 Brioude, France 43100 Brioude

Phone: +33471745600

Email: accueil@ville-brioude.fr

Website: http://brioude.fr

GPS coordinates: 45.29417,3.38417

Latest update: September 8, 2025 08:59