Abbécourt Facts for Kids

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Country	France
Region	Hauts-de-France
Department	Aisne
Arrondissement	Laon
Canton	Chauny
Intercommunality	Chauny-Tergnier
Area ¹	5.96 km² (2.30 sq mi)
Population (2008)	490
• Density	82.2/km² (212.9/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+01:00 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code	02001 /02300
Elevation	38–64 m (125–210 ft) (avg. 45 m or 148 ft)
¹ French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km² (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Abbécourt is a small and peaceful commune in northern France. A commune is like a local town or village area with its own government. It is located in the Aisne department, which is part of the Picardie region.

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Discovering Abbécourt

Abbécourt is a quiet place with a small population. About 490 people lived there as of 2008. It covers an area of about 5.96 square kilometers (which is about 2.3 square miles).

Where is Abbécourt Located?

Abbécourt is found in the northern part of France. It's in the Aisne department. This department is known for its green landscapes and historical sites. The village is part of the Chauny canton and the Laon arrondissement. These are ways France organizes its local areas.

Local Government in Abbécourt

Like all communes in France, Abbécourt has a mayor. The mayor helps run the village and makes decisions for its residents. From 2008 to 2014, René Paris was the mayor of Abbécourt. The commune also works with nearby towns as part of the Chauny-Tergnier intercommunality. This helps them share services and work together.

Geography and Landscape

Abbécourt is situated at a low elevation. Its lowest point is 38 meters (about 125 feet) above sea level. The highest point is 64 meters (about 210 feet). The average elevation is around 45 meters (about 148 feet). This shows it's a relatively flat area. The Oise Canal passes through or near Abbécourt. Canals are waterways built by people for boats to travel.