Folin

Folin is a French commune located in the Yonne department in the region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. The commune has an area of approximately 9.51 square kilometers and a population of around 1,400 inhabitants.

Folin is situated near the town of Tonnerre, which is the department's capital, and the commune benefits from its proximity to the town's amenities and services. The commune has a mix of arable land, forests, and wetlands, with the Yonne River flowing through it.

The name "Folin" is derived from the Old French word "folon," which refers to a forest or a wood. This etymology reflects the commune's original landscape, which was characterized by dense forests. The commune has undergone significant changes over the centuries, with the deforestation and agriculture-led development transforming the landscape.

Agriculture and animal husbandry are the primary economic activities in the commune. Cattle farming, in particular, plays a crucial role in the local economy. The commune also has several small-scale industrial sites that produce goods such as food and beverages.

The commune has a set of local infrastructure, including a church, a town hall, and several schools. While there is a hospital unit in the commune, for more serious medical cases, residents often have to travel to the nearby town of Tonnerre.

Folin is a part of the Tonnerre-Noyers branch of the Chemin des Galibots, a former Roman road that stretches from Tonnerre to the town of Noyers. The old road is now a footpath used for leisure and ecological activities.