Beaujeu, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Beaujeu
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The church in Beaujeu
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 Beaujeu
Location in France
Beaujeu
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Alpes-de-Haute-Provence | |
| Arrondissement | Digne-les-Bains | |
| Canton | Seyne | |
| Intercommunality | Haute Bléone | |
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45.68 km2 (17.64 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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127 | |
| • Density | 2.780/km2 (7.201/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
04024 /04420
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| Elevation | 821–2,153 m (2,694–7,064 ft) (avg. 880 m or 2,890 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. | ||
Beaujeu is a small commune located in the south-eastern part of France. It is found in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department, which is part of the larger Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. A commune is like a local government area, similar to a town or parish.
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Exploring Beaujeu's Location
Beaujeu is nestled in the beautiful French Alps. This area is known for its stunning mountains and natural beauty. The commune is part of the Digne-les-Bains arrondissement and the Seyne canton. These are ways that France divides up its land for local government and administration.
What is a Department?
A department in France is a bit like a county or a state in other countries. It's a way to organize local government and services. The Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department is named after the Alps mountains and the historic region of Provence.
Understanding the Region
The Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region is famous for its sunny weather, lavender fields, and the beautiful Mediterranean coast. Beaujeu is located in the "Alpes" part of this region, meaning it's closer to the mountains than the sea.
Small Villages and Hamlets
Beaujeu is made up of a main village and several smaller areas called hamlets. A hamlet is a very small settlement, often just a few houses, that is part of a larger commune. These hamlets help make up the total population and area of Beaujeu.
List of Hamlets
Here are some of the hamlets that belong to Beaujeu:
- Boullard
- le Clucheret
- l'Escale
- Fonfrède
- le Labouret
- Saint-Pierre
- les Traverses-Hautes
- le Villard
Population and Size
Beaujeu is a very small commune in terms of population. As of January 2019, it had only 127 people living there. This makes it a quiet and peaceful place. The commune covers an area of about 45.68 square kilometers (about 17.6 square miles).
Elevation and Landscape
The elevation of Beaujeu varies quite a lot because it's in a mountainous area. The lowest point is around 821 meters (2,694 feet) above sea level, while the highest point reaches 2,153 meters (7,064 feet). This means the landscape around Beaujeu includes both valleys and high mountain peaks.
Images for kids
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Chapel of Saint Anne Labouret on the pass road. In the background is the Blayeul (2189 m)
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The old coaching inn
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