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About Eugene
"World's Greatest City for the Arts &
Outdoors"
Eugene is situated at the southern
end of the Willamette Valley, 110 miles south
of Portland.
It
is the
second
largest
city in
Oregon,
with
the cosmopolitan features common to university towns, yet retains a smalltown
feel. Its mild climate, with an average temperature of 53 degrees, makes
it an attractive place to live.
Other features of the area include:
- An excellent school system
- Proximity to many cultural and higher educational institutions, including
the University of Oregon and Lane Community College
- Recreational opportunities in town - Eugene is known for its huge
network of bicycle and running paths
- Cascade Mountains an hour to the
east - hiking, camping, backpacking, kayaking, downhill and cross-country
skiing, fishing
- Oregon Coast and its famous beaches, one hour to the west
- A thriving music scene, with a large variety of clubs catering to
every musical taste, booking excellent local talent on up to nationally-known
acts
Eugene may have the world's longest official city slogan - "World's
Greatest City for the Arts & Outdoors" - but we think it's true.
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