Renens

Renens
Country Switzerland
Canton Vaud
District Ouest lausannois
46°32′N 6°35′E / 46.533°N 6.583°E / 46.533; 6.583Coordinates: 46°32′N 6°35′E / 46.533°N 6.583°E / 46.533; 6.583


Population 19,169 (Dec 2009)
- Density 6,476 /km² (16,773 /sq mi)
Area  2.96 km² (1.14 sq mi)
Elevation 415 m (1,362 ft)
Postal code 1020
SFOS number 5591
Mayor Marianne Huguenin (as of 2007) POP
Demonym Les Renanais
Surrounded by Lausanne, Crissier, Prilly
Twin towns Dietikon (Switzerland)
Website www.renens.ch
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Renens is a municipality in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland. It is located in the district of Ouest lausannois, and is a suburb of the city of Lausanne. It is considered the most multiethnic town in the region, as more than 50% of the inhabitants are foreigners.

French is the official language, spoken by 74% in 2000. Other languages include Italian (7%) and Portuguese (4%).

References

External links

• Renens Homepage

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Municipalities in the district of Ouest Lausannois, Switzerland







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