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Armix is located in France
Armix
Armix
Location in France
Armix is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Armix
Armix
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Country France
Region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Department Ain
Arrondissement Belley
Canton Hauteville-Lompnes
Intercommunality Bugey Sud
Area
1
6.82 km2 (2.63 sq mi)
Population
 (2010)
20
 • Density 2.9/km2 (7.6/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
01019 /01510
Elevation 420–1,064 m (1,378–3,491 ft)
(avg. 720 m or 2,360 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Armix is a very small village, also known as a commune, located in eastern France. It is part of the Ain department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. In 2012, only 24 people lived in Armix, making it the least populated commune in the entire Ain department. The people who live here are called Armixois.

Discover Armix

Armix is nestled in the beautiful French countryside. It's a quiet place, far from big cities. The village sits quite high up, at an elevation of about 720 meters (around 2,362 feet). The lowest point in the commune is 420 meters, and the highest is 1064 meters. This means it's in a hilly or mountainous area.

Life in a Small Commune

Living in a small commune like Armix is very different from living in a big town. Everyone knows each other, and there's a strong sense of community. The village has a mayor, Véronique Vuilloud, who helps run things for the residents. Even though it's tiny, Armix is an official part of France's local government system.

Nature and Surroundings

The area around Armix is known for its natural beauty. It covers about 6.82 square kilometers (2.63 square miles). While it's a peaceful place, the region around Armix can sometimes experience small earthquakes. This is a natural part of the geology in this part of France.

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