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Alos-Sibas-Abense

Aloze-Ziboze-Onizegaine

Commune

Coat of arms

Alos-Sibas-Abense

Location in France

Alos-Sibas-Abense

Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Country

Montagne Basque

Pays Basque

Area

5.78 km² (2.23 sq mi)

Population

(Jan. 2019)

330

• Density

57.1/km² (147.9/sq mi)

Time zone

UTC+01:00 (CET)

• Summer (DST)

UTC+02:00 (CEST)

INSEE/Postal code

64017 /64470

Elevation

204–414 m (669–1,358 ft)
(avg. 221 m or 725 ft)

¹ French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km² (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Alos-Sibas-Abense is a commune in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. This area is in the southwestern part of France.

Discover Alos-Sibas-Abense
- Where is This Commune?
- How Many People Live Here?
Local Government
- Who is the Mayor?
Interesting Sights and History
- Exploring the Churches
- Ancient Stone Markers
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Discover Alos-Sibas-Abense

Alos-Sibas-Abense is a small French commune. It is located in the beautiful Pyrénées-Atlantiques area. This region is known for its stunning mountains and rich culture.

Where is This Commune?

The commune is found in southwestern France. It is part of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. The nearest large town is Oloron-Sainte-Marie.

The area is quite hilly. Its elevation ranges from 204 meters (about 670 feet) to 414 meters (about 1,358 feet) above sea level.

How Many People Live Here?

Alos-Sibas-Abense is a very small community. As of January 2019, about 330 people lived there. The commune covers an area of 5.78 square kilometers. That's about 2.23 square miles.

Local Government

Like all communes in France, Alos-Sibas-Abense has its own local government. This government helps manage the daily life of the town. It makes sure services like roads and schools work well.

Who is the Mayor?

The mayor of Alos-Sibas-Abense is Jean-Pierre Iriart. He was elected to serve from 2014 to 2020. The mayor works with a local council. They make decisions for the community. The commune is also part of a larger group called Pays Basque. This group helps different towns work together.

Interesting Sights and History

Alos-Sibas-Abense is a place with a long history. You can see this history in its old buildings and unique stone markers. The commune is made up of three villages: Alos, Sibas, and Abense. Each has its own special charm.

Exploring the Churches

Each village in the commune has its own church.

The church in Alos is a historic building.
Sibas has a church that stands among tall trees.
Abense features the Trinity Bell Tower. This tower is part of the local church.

These churches are important parts of the community. They show the traditional architecture of the region.

Ancient Stone Markers

Around Alos-Sibas-Abense, you can find old stone markers. These are called Hilarri. They are traditional Basque gravestones. They often have unique round shapes and carvings. These markers tell stories about the past. They show the rich cultural heritage of the Basque people.