Baulne-en-Brie facts for kids
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Baulne-en-Brie
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Part of Vallées-en-Champagne
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 Baulne-en-Brie
Location in France
Baulne-en-Brie
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France |
| Region | Hauts-de-France |
| Department | Aisne |
| Arrondissement | Château-Thierry |
| Canton | Condé-en-Brie |
| Commune | Vallées-en-Champagne |
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18.89 km2 (7.29 sq mi) |
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289 |
| • Density | 15.299/km2 (39.62/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
02330
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| Elevation | 82–243 m (269–797 ft) (avg. 100 m or 330 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Baulne-en-Brie was once a small village, or "commune," in the Aisne area of northern France. Its name means "Baulne in Brie," referring to the Brie region.
On January 1, 2016, Baulne-en-Brie joined with other villages to form a new, bigger commune called Vallées-en-Champagne. Now, Baulne-en-Brie is known as a "delegated commune" within this larger group.
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Baulne-en-Brie: A French Village
Where is Baulne-en-Brie?
Baulne-en-Brie is located in France, about 15 kilometers (9 miles) east of Château-Thierry. It's also about 20 kilometers (12 miles) west of Épernay. You can reach it by taking the D4 road, which goes right through the village. Another country road connects it from the north.
The village's southeastern edge forms part of the border between two French regions: Aisne and Marne. Besides the main village, there are three smaller areas called hamlets: Montchevret, Grande Fontaine, and Romandie. Much of the land around Baulne-en-Brie is covered by forests. The rest of the area is used for farming.
Rivers and Streams
Two streams flow through the area. The Verdonnelle stream runs through the southern part of the village. It passes near the hamlet of Romandie. The Surmelin stream flows from the southeast, right through the main village. Both streams eventually flow northwest to join the Marne River.
Nearby Towns and Villages
Baulne-en-Brie is surrounded by several other small towns and villages. To the north is La Chapelle-Monthodon. To the east, you'll find Le Breuil. Other nearby places include Condé-en-Brie to the west and Saint-Agnan to the northwest.
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Saint-Agnan | La Chapelle-Monthodon | Igny-Comblizy | |
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| Montlevon | Verdon |
Who Runs Baulne-en-Brie?
A mayor is the leader of a commune or village. They help manage local services and represent the community. Here are the people who served as mayor of Baulne-en-Brie before it joined Vallées-en-Champagne:
| From | To | Name |
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| 2001 | 2008 | Gilles Hiernard |
| 2008 | 2016 | Bruno Lahouati |
How Many People Live Here?
"Demography" is the study of how populations change over time. This includes how many people live in a place and how that number goes up or down. Here's how the population of Baulne-en-Brie has changed through the years:
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What Does Baulne-en-Brie Produce?
Baulne-en-Brie is mainly a farming village. It's also known for making wine. It's part of a special area called the "Appellation d'origine contrôlée" (AOC) zone for "Champagne of Aisne." This means that the grapes grown here are used to make real Champagne, a famous sparkling wine.
Exploring History and Culture
Baulne-en-Brie has some interesting historical places. These sites are protected because they are important parts of the village's past.
Old Buildings and Parks
There are two parks in the village that are considered historical monuments. These are the Madame Max Park and the Chateau Park. They are important places to visit and learn about the area's history.
The Church of Saint Bartholomew
The Church of Saint Bartholomew is a very old building, dating back to the 12th century. It's also a historical monument. Inside, you can see a special wooden ceiling. It's one of the last of its kind in the world, made with a unique pattern of wood slats.
The church also holds three important historical items:
- A special plaque from 1633 for Madeleine de Castellan.
- The tombstone of Guillaume de Baulne from 1255.
- A Pulpit from the 16th century with three carved pictures. A pulpit is a raised stand in a church where a speaker stands to give a sermon.
See also
In Spanish: Baulne-en-Brie para niños
