Longcochon

Longcochon is a small French commune located in the Jura department at an elevation of 834 meters, characterized by gently rolling hills and mountainous landscapes typical of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region.

This commune has been an integral part of the administrative territory of Jura for centuries, participating in the regional historical development marked by traditional agriculture and local craftsmanship.

The inhabitants of Longcochon, known as Couchetards, maintain a traditional rural lifestyle with local festivals celebrating Jura artisanal crafts and regional cuisine throughout the year.

The commune provides basic services adapted to rural life, including a primary school, local shops, and easy access to natural outdoor spaces for recreational activities.

With only 58 inhabitants as of 2022 and a population density of approximately 16 inhabitants per square kilometer, Longcochon represents the authenticity of preserved rural France.

Location: canton of Nozeroy

Location: Jura

Location: arrondissement of Lons-le-Saunier

Elevation above the sea: 834 m

Shares border with: La Latette, Nozeroy, Rix, Mièges, Mignovillard

Address: 39250 Longcochon, France

Phone: +33384511177

Email: mairie.longcochon@wanadoo.fr

GPS coordinates: 46.77417,6.07000

Latest update: July 10, 2025 16:54