Genas
# Genas

Genas (French pronunciation: ​) is a commune in the Rhône department in eastern France. Since 2008, Daniel Valéro has been the mayor of Genas. He was re-elected in the 2020 municipal elections.

## Geography

It is located approximately 14 km (9 mi) east-southeast of Lyon. The town includes the hamlets of Azieu and Vurey.

## History

Formerly part of the Isère department, Genas was attached to the Rhône department in 1967.

## Transportation

The town is served by Rhône public transport services.

## Twin towns

Genas is twinned with Ronshausen in Germany.

