Country France Department Vosges Canton Bruyères Population 412 (1999) | Region Grand Est Arrondissement Épinal Area 6.47 km² | |
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Intercommunality Bruyeres-Vallon des Vosges | ||
Fontenay is a commune in the Vosges department in Grand Est in northeastern France. The inhabitants of Fontenay are called the Fontenaysians or more locally the Fox cubs.
Contents
- Map of 88600 Fontenay France
- History
- Economy
- Mayor and Town Council and Community Committees
- Intercommunality
- Demography
- Associations
- References
Map of 88600 Fontenay, France
History
Template:Fontenay is a village of fontains hence the name "Fontenay". There are more than twenty fountains throughout the village which are fed from springs in the forest.
Economy
The village counts numerous small enterprises with economic activities including:
Mayor and Town Council and Community Committees
Deputy Mayors and Town Councillors:
Town Councillors:
Intercommunality
Fontenay belongs to the Bruyères-Vallons des Vosges intercommunality.
Demography
In 2011 the population of the village was 512.
Associations
The village counts several associations. The "Jeanne d'Arc (Joan of Arc) Association" which promotes organ playing on one of the numerous organs belonging to the association, summer sessions, and organ concerts. The "Raisins" (Grapes) which promotes motorcycle rallies and an annual endurance event in the village. There is also an informal group of vintage Solex (motorcycle) owners who regularly organise outings.