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Vézelay, France
Bourgogne · France
Vézelay is a small town in Bourgogne, France with a population of 520. Elevation: 948 ft (289 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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A+Climate
| Population | 520 |
| Population Density | 62 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 948 ft (289 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.4657°, 3.7456° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Bourgogne |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.9 inches (786 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,613 |
About Vézelay
Vézelay is a small town in France (Bourgogne) with a population of 520. The city sits at an elevation of 948 feet (289 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Vézelay vs France
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Income
| Median HH Income | $24,613 |
| 67% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.1% |
| 99% below France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 31 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,000 |
| 72% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $400 |
| 66% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 208 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below France avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 948 ft (289 m) |
| Area | 8.4 sq mi (21.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 62/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.4657°N, 3.7456°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (197 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in |
Vézelay has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 36°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.9") and March the driest (2.2").
Schools in Vézelay
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École maternelle | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire Usy | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle | — | — | — | — |
| École Maternelle Max-Pol Fouchet | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire | — | — | — | — |
| École Max-Pol Fouchet | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire de Blannay | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Vézelay
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Vézelay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Château de Bazoches | ||||
| Écomusée | ||||
| Ecomusée de la Lavandière | ||||
| Ecomusée du Flottage du bois | ||||
| Hôtel Condé (ancien) | ||||
| Les Fontaines Salées | ||||
| MDAM Musée Départemental d'Art Moderne | ||||
| Musée d'Art et d'Histoire Romain Rolland | ||||
| Musée de l'Avallonnais ou Musée d'Avallon | ||||
| Musée de la vigne | ||||
| Musée des Arts Naïfs et Populaires | ||||
| Musée des fouilles des Fontaines Salées | ||||
| Musée des outils anciens | ||||
| Musée du costume |
Libraries in Vézelay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque - CDthèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Corbigny | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque François Mitterrand | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque-Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Le Polygone Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Pôle Culturel | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Vézelay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halles du Marché Couvert | |||||
| Marché couvert | |||||
| Marché jeudi, samedi | |||||
| Marché le vendredi | |||||
| Marché Samedi | |||||
| Marché Samedi |
Hotels in Vézelay
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vézelay
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Vézelay
5 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Vézelay
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Vézelay
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vézelay
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Vézelay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie Bières de la colline | ||||
| La Vaugermaine | ||||
| Le Méridien | ||||
| Odile t'en brasse |
Stadiums & Teams in Vézelay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vézelay
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Auxerre Branches airport | AUF | Medium Airport |
| Nevers-Fourchambault Airport | NVS | Medium Airport |
| Autun-Bellevue Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Avallon Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bar-sur-Seine Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Béard Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Blanot Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Champlemy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Clamecy-Rix Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Cravant Vincelles Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Egriselles-le-Bocage Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Joigny Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| La Collancelle Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Le Charmois Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Le Creusot Le Gros Chaillot Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Luzy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Perreux Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Saint Fargeau Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Saint Martin des Champs Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Florentin - Chéu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Saulieu-Liernais Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Semur-en-Auxois Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Treigny Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| ulm St Eusebe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Vaufoin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ville Langy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ville-sur-Arce Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Vézelay
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Agence Communale | |
| Agence Communale | |
| Montillot | |
| Vézelay |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Vézelay
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Vézelay, Church and Hill | Cultural | 1979 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vézelay
26 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle | |
| Chapelle de Bonneçon | |
| Chapelle de la Cordelle | |
| Chapelle Notre-Dame d'Orient | |
| Chapelle Saint-Nicolas | |
| Chapelle Sainte-Marie | |
| Chapelle seigneuriale et sépulcrale | |
| Dojo Zen de l'Avallonnais | |
| Église de l'Immaculée-Conception | |
| Église Notre-Dame | |
| Église Notre-Dame | |
| Église Notre-Dame | |
| Église Notre-Dame | |
| Église orthodoxe Saint-Étienne-et-Saint-Germain | |
| Église Saint-Antoine | |
| Église Saint-Aubin | |
| Église Saint-Germain | |
| Église Saint-Jacques le Majeur | |
| Église Saint-Laurent | |
| Église Saint-Léger |
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Public Holidays in France
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Vézelay
What is the population of Vézelay?
Vézelay has a population of 520 residents and is located in France. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 8.4 square miles.
Is Vézelay expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,613, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,000 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Vézelay?
Vézelay has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.
How is the job market in Vézelay?
Vézelay has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 31 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Vézelay?
The median home value in Vézelay is $80,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.