Évosges facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Hang gliding
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 Évosges
Location in France
Évosges
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ain |
| Arrondissement | Belley |
| Canton | Hauteville-Lompnes |
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12.08 km2 (4.66 sq mi) |
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130 |
| • Density | 10.8/km2 (27.9/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
01000 /01230
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| Elevation | 560–1,001 m (1,837–3,284 ft) (avg. 740 m or 2,430 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Évosges is a small and charming commune (which is like a small town or village) located in eastern France. It is part of the Ain department, which is in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. This area is known for its beautiful natural landscapes.
About Évosges
Évosges is a very small place. In 2008, only about 130 people lived there. This makes it a quiet and peaceful village. It covers an area of about 12 square kilometers (around 4.6 square miles).
Where is Évosges?
The village is nestled in a hilly area. Its elevation ranges from about 560 meters (1,837 feet) to 1,001 meters (3,284 feet) above sea level. The main part of the village sits at about 740 meters (2,428 feet). Being in the Ain department, Évosges is close to the Jura Mountains.
Who Leads Évosges?
Like all communes in France, Évosges has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They help manage the village and make decisions for its residents. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Évosges was Michel Thiébaut.
Fun Fact: Hang Gliding!
The area around Évosges is quite scenic. It's even a popular spot for activities like hang gliding! Imagine soaring through the sky and seeing the beautiful French countryside from above.
See also
You can also find information about Évosges for kids in Spanish: Évosges para niños
