Druance
River in France
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The Druance (French pronunciation: [dʁyɑ̃s]) is a river in northwestern France, flowing through the department of Calvados. It is 31.24 km long.[1] Its source is in Les Monts d'Aunay, and it flows into the river Noireau in the commune of Condé-sur-Noireau and through Suisse Normande.[2] It flows through three other communes, Terres de Druance, Périgny & Pontécoulant all of which are in the area known as Suisse Normande.[1][3]
| Druance | |
|---|---|
The Druance flowing through Condé-sur-Noireau | |
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| Location | |
| Country | France |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Source | |
| • location | Les Monts d'Aunay, Calvados |
| Mouth | Noireau |
• coordinates | 48°50′54.6″N 0°32′49.6″W |
| Length | 31.24 km (19.41 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Noireau→ Orne→ English Channel |
The surrounding area of the river and its tributeries are a Natura 2000 conservation area, called Bassin de la Druance.[4]