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Auzet
The Col de Fanget
The Col de Fanget
Coat of arms of Auzet
Coat of arms
Auzet is located in France
Auzet
Auzet
Location in France
Auzet is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Auzet
Auzet
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Country France
Region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Department Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
Arrondissement Digne-les-Bains
Canton Seyne
Intercommunality Provence-Alpes Agglomération
Area
1
34.53 km2 (13.33 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2019)
99
 • Density 2.867/km2 (7.43/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
04017 /04140
Elevation 1,068–2,028 m (3,504–6,654 ft)
(avg. 1,180 m or 3,870 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Auzet is a small and peaceful French village, also known as a commune. It is located in the beautiful Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department. This area is part of the larger Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in south-eastern France. Auzet is known for its stunning natural surroundings and quiet way of life.

Discover Auzet

Auzet is a type of local area in France called a commune. Think of it like a small town or village with its own local government. It's part of a larger area called a department, which is similar to a county. The Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department is known for its mountains and beautiful landscapes. Auzet is also part of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, which is a bigger area like a state or province.

Geography and Nature

Auzet is nestled in a very rugged and mountainous area. This means it has lots of hills, valleys, and tall mountains. Many of these mountains are covered in snow for part of the year, making for amazing views. The village itself is about 1,180 meters (around 3,870 feet) above sea level. However, the land around it goes from a low of 1,068 meters to a high of 2,028 meters!

The commune is also very green, with many forested slopes. There are about 1,168 hectares of forest, which is a huge area filled with trees. This makes Auzet a great place for nature lovers and outdoor activities.

Village Life

Even though Auzet is a small place, it has a few smaller areas called hamlets. These are tiny groups of houses or farms. North of the main village, you can find hamlets like L'Infernet, L'Infernet Haut (Upper L'Infernet), and L'Infernet Bas (Lower L'Infernet).

With a population of around 99 people as of January 2019, Auzet is a very quiet and close-knit community. Its small size means that life here is often peaceful, surrounded by the beauty of the French Alps.

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