Collonges

Collonges is the name of several communes in France. The toponym is of Romance origin and is generally linked to a hill, rocky place, or elevated terrain, though the exact historical derivation varies by locality.

The most widely recognized examples are Collonges-au-Mont-d'Or, a commune in the Metropolis of Lyon in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, located near the city and along the Saône river. It is part of a suburban area with historic architecture and a landscape shaped by the river and nearby hills. The other well-known Collonges is Collonges-la-Rouge, in the Corrèze department of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. This village is renowned for its red sandstone buildings and well-preserved medieval streets, which attract visitors seeking historic rural architecture.

In addition to these, several other communes bear the name Collonges, often distinguished by a longer designation to identify their specific locality. These places reflect a common toponym across different departments, illustrating how the same name can appear in diverse regional contexts.

Today, the various Collonges communes range from rural villages to suburban communities, with local life typically centered on agriculture, regional heritage, and, in some cases, tourism tied to their architectural or scenic assets. The name continues to be used in administrative and cultural references to these distinct locales, each with its own history within its region.