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A general view of Audun-le-Roman
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Coat of arms of Audun-le-Roman
Coat of arms
Audun-le-Roman is located in France
Audun-le-Roman
Audun-le-Roman
Location in France
Audun-le-Roman is located in Grand Est
Audun-le-Roman
Audun-le-Roman
Location in Grand Est
Country France
Region Grand Est
Department Meurthe-et-Moselle
Arrondissement Briey
Canton Pays de Briey
Intercommunality Cœur du Pays-Haut
Area
1
7.57 km2 (2.92 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2019)
2,462
 • Density 325.23/km2 (842.3/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
54029 /54560
Elevation 320–396 m (1,050–1,299 ft)
(avg. 361 m or 1,184 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Audun-le-Roman is a small town, also known as a commune, located in northeastern France. It is part of the Meurthe-et-Moselle department. People who live here might also call it Audeu in the local Lorrain dialect, or Welsch-Oth in German.

About Audun-le-Roman

Audun-le-Roman is a charming place in France. It has a rich history and is part of a region known for its unique culture. This town offers a glimpse into daily life in a French commune.

Where is Audun-le-Roman?

Audun-le-Roman is found in the Grand Est region of France. It is specifically located in the Meurthe-et-Moselle department. This area is in the northeastern part of the country. It is close to the borders with other European countries.

What is a French Commune?

In France, a "commune" is like a local government area. It is the smallest division for how the country is run. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. These groups help manage the town's services and daily life. Audun-le-Roman is one of many thousands of communes in France.

Life in Audun-le-Roman

As of January 2019, about 2,462 people lived in Audun-le-Roman. The town is led by a mayor, who helps make decisions for the community. From 2014 to 2020, the mayor was René Thiry. The town works with nearby areas as part of the Cœur du Pays-Haut group. This helps them share resources and services.

Facts and Figures

Audun-le-Roman covers an area of about 7.57 square kilometers. Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, varies. The lowest point is around 320 meters, and the highest is about 396 meters. The average elevation is 361 meters.

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