Barbeville facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Barbeville
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 Barbeville
Location in France
Barbeville
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Bayeux |
| Canton | Bayeux |
| Intercommunality | Bayeux Intercom |
| Area
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3.47 km2 (1.34 sq mi) |
| Population
(1999)
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163 |
| • Density | 46.97/km2 (121.7/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14040 /14400
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| Elevation | 22–62 m (72–203 ft) (avg. 53 m or 174 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Barbeville is a small and charming commune (which is like a town or village) located in the northwest of France. It is part of the region called Basse-Normandie and is found in the Calvados department.
Barbeville is a quiet place, covering an area of about 3.47 square kilometers (which is roughly 1.3 square miles). In 1999, its population was 163 people, making it a very small community.
Where is Barbeville?
Barbeville is located in the beautiful region of Normandy, known for its green landscapes and rich history. It's specifically in the Calvados department, which is famous for its apple orchards and cider. The village sits at an elevation of about 53 meters (174 feet) above sea level.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Barbeville has its own local government. The head of the commune is the mayor. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Barbeville was Denis Énée.
Barbeville is also part of a group of communes called "Bayeux Intercom." This group works together on important services that benefit all the towns involved, like waste management or public transport.
Landmarks
One of the notable buildings in Barbeville is the Church of Saint-Martin. Churches like this are often very old and are important parts of French village history and architecture.
Images for kids
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The Church of Saint-Martin, an important landmark in Barbeville.
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Henri Gérard
See also
- In Spanish: Barbeville para niños
