Saint-Ursanne
In this article we are going to explore the fascinating world of Saint-Ursanne. From its origin to its evolution today, Saint-Ursanne has left an indelible mark on society. Whether you are passionate about Saint-Ursanne or this is the first time you are hearing about it, this article will take you on a journey through its most relevant aspects. We will discover its importance in different contexts and its impact on our lives. Prepare to immerse yourself in the richness and diversity of Saint-Ursanne, and you will find that it never ceases to surprise and enrich our lives in unexpected ways.
Saint-Ursanne | |
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 City gate of Saint-Ursanne | |
 Coat of arms | |
Location of Saint-Ursanne  | |
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| Coordinates: 47°22′N 7°09′E / 47.367°N 7.150°E | |
| Country | Switzerland |
| Canton | Jura |
| District | Porrentruy |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,146 km2 (442 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 440 m (1,440 ft) |
| Population (2010-12-31) | |
| • Total | 870 |
| • Density | 0.76/km2 (2.0/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (Central European Time) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (Central European Summer Time) |
| Postal code(s) | 2882 |
| SFOS number | 834 |
| ISO 3166 code | CH-JU |
| Surrounded by | Seleute, Ocourt, Montmelon, Asuel, Montenol, Saint-Brais, Epauvillers |
| Twin towns | La Motte, Var (France) |
| Website | www SFSO statistics |
Saint-Ursanne is an old town and a former municipality of the district of Porrentruy in the canton of Jura, Switzerland which has preserved much of its medieval character. The town contains many historical buildings, including a Romanesque abbey church, a collegiate church, a cloister, many medieval houses, a hermitage and an 18th-century bridge. The river Doubs makes a loop near Saint-Ursanne before flowing into France. Since 2009 Saint-Ursanne has been a part of the new municipality Clos du Doubs. An active railway station is located above the town, to the east.
The town is famous for the medieval festival which it organizes each summer, and for the annual St-Ursanne - Les Rangiers International Hill Climb in August.
Its name refers to Saint Ursicinus, a seventh-century monk who built a monastery here.
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Fountain in the city centre 2018 -
Detail of the abbey 2022 -
Aerial view 1955
Notable people
- Ursicinus of Saint-Ursanne (7th century), an Irish missionary and hermit, his supposed sarcophagus is preserved in St-Ursanne
- Saint Wandregisel (c. 605–668 AD), a Frankish courtier, monk, and abbot; lived as a hermit in complete solitude at Saint-Ursanne
- Lionel Régal (1975 – 2010 in Saint-Ursanne), a French hillclimbing racer, died in a crash in Saint-Ursanne
- Cathérine Hug (born 1976), an art historian and curator, was brought up in Saint-Ursanne
- Benjamin Conz (born 1991 in Saint-Ursanne), a Swiss professional ice hockey goaltender
References
- ^ Amtliches Gemeindeverzeichnis der Schweiz. Ausgabe vom 3. Oktober 2008
- ^ "Les Médiévales, St-Ursanne". Canton of Jura Tourism. Retrieved 28 August 2016.
- ^ "Hill climb, Les Rangiers". Canton of Jura Tourism. Retrieved 28 August 2016.
- ^ Kelly, Peter (21 August 2014). "Ascend To The Green Heaven In St. Ursanne". Speedhunters. Retrieved 28 August 2016.
External links
- Events and Culture program in St-Ursanne
- "Saint-Ursanne La Fantastique !" a fantasy fair for Summer 2011, with the collaboration of the illustrator Grzegorz Rosinski
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