Arrest, Somme facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Arrest
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 Arrest
Location in France
Arrest
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Hauts-de-France | |
| Department | Somme | |
| Arrondissement | Abbeville | |
| Canton | Saint-Valery-sur-Somme | |
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11.15 km2 (4.31 sq mi) | |
| Population
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868 | |
| • Density | 77.85/km2 (201.62/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
80029 /80820
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| Elevation | 7–72 m (23–236 ft) (avg. 54 m or 177 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Arrest is a small town or village, known in France as a commune. It is located in the northern part of France, in a region called Hauts-de-France.
In 2006, about 868 people lived in Arrest. It's a quiet place where people live and work, just like many other small communities around the world.
What is Arrest?
Arrest is a "commune," which is the smallest type of local government area in France. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own local council and a mayor who helps run things for the people living there.
Communes are important because they manage local services. This includes things like schools, roads, and public spaces. They help make sure the community works well for everyone.
Where is Arrest Located?
Arrest is part of the Somme department. A department is like a county or a larger administrative area within a region. The Somme department is named after the Somme River, which flows through it.
The Somme department is located in the Hauts-de-France region. France is divided into several regions, which are even larger areas. Hauts-de-France is in the northern part of the country. It is known for its history and its flat, green landscapes.
Quick Facts About Arrest
Arrest covers an area of about 11.15 square kilometers. That's roughly 4.3 square miles. It's a fairly small area, which is typical for a commune.
The land in Arrest is mostly flat, but it does have some slight changes in height. The lowest point in Arrest is 7 meters (about 23 feet) above sea level. The highest point is 72 meters (about 236 feet) above sea level. The average height of the commune is 54 meters (about 177 feet).
See also
In Spanish: Arrest para niños
