Rumilly, Haute-Savoie


Rumilly is a commune of over 12000 inhabitants in the Haute-Savoie department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in south-eastern France.

Geography

The Chéran forms part of the commune's eastern border, crosses the village, flows north-northwestward through the northern part of the commune, then flows into the Fier, which forms part of its northern border.

Climate

Rumilly has an oceanic climate in spite of its relatively far inland position. Influenced by its elevation, summers are rather moderate on average, although they can be highly variable with extreme heat spikes. Winters see occasional freezing temperatures, but most often stays in the single-digits during daytime with frequent cold rain. Air frosts are normal during the night and snowfall is not uncommon.

Mayor

Pierre Bechet is the current mayor of Rumilly serving from 2014 to 2018.

Historical Origins

Twinning

Rumilly is twinned with Michelstadt, Germany and Maglie, Italy