Abitain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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The road into Abitain
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Location in France
Abitain
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Pyrénées-Atlantiques |
| Arrondissement | Oloron-Sainte-Marie |
| Canton | Orthez et Terres des Gaves et du Sel |
| Intercommunality | Communauté de communes du Béarn des Gaves |
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6.59 km2 (2.54 sq mi) |
| Population
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95 |
| • Density | 14.42/km2 (37.34/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
64004 /64390
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| Elevation | 28–136 m (92–446 ft) (avg. 62 m or 203 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Abitain is a small and peaceful commune (which is like a small town or village) located in the southwestern part of France. It's found in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département, which is similar to a county or administrative area in other countries.
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Discover Abitain
Abitain is a charming little place in the beautiful region of southwestern France. It's known for being a quiet and traditional French village.
Where is Abitain Located?
Abitain is situated in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. This area is close to the famous Pyrenees mountains, which form a natural border between France and Spain. The village is part of the Oloron-Sainte-Marie arrondissement and the Orthez et Terres des Gaves et du Sel canton, which are administrative divisions in France.
Life in Abitain Village
As of 2014, Abitain was home to about 95 people, making it a very small and close-knit community. The local government is run by a mayor, who helps manage the village's daily life and services. From 2014 to 2020, the mayor of Abitain was Marc Seguin. The village is also part of a larger group of communes called the Communauté de communes du Béarn des Gaves, which helps different villages work together on shared projects.
Nature and Surroundings
Abitain is located in a lovely natural setting. The village sits at an average height of 62 meters (about 203 feet) above sea level. The land around it varies, with the lowest points being 28 meters (92 feet) and the highest reaching 136 meters (446 feet). The total area of the commune is 6.59 square kilometers (about 2.54 square miles), offering plenty of space for nature and quiet living.
Images for kids
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A House in Abitain
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The Town Hall
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Abitain War Memorial
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The Church of Saint Pierre
See also
In Spanish: Abitain para niños
