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Berny-Rivière
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Berny-Rivière is located in France
Berny-Rivière
Berny-Rivière
Location in France
Berny-Rivière is located in Hauts-de-France
Berny-Rivière
Berny-Rivière
Location in Hauts-de-France
Country France
Region Hauts-de-France
Department Aisne
Arrondissement Soissons
Canton Vic-sur-Aisne
Intercommunality Vallée de l'Aisne
Area
1
7.87 km2 (3.04 sq mi)
Population
 (2012)
631
 • Density 80.18/km2 (207.66/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
02071 /02290
Elevation 36–140 m (118–459 ft)
(avg. 49 m or 161 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Berny-Rivière is a small and charming commune (which is like a town or village) located in the northern part of France. It is found in the Aisne department, which is part of the Picardie region. In 2012, about 631 people lived in Berny-Rivière, making it a close-knit community.

About Berny-Rivière

Berny-Rivière is a peaceful place in the French countryside. It's known for its quiet atmosphere and natural beauty. The village is surrounded by green landscapes, which are typical of the Picardie region.

Where is Berny-Rivière Located?

This commune is situated in the Aisne department. The Aisne department is in the north of France. It's part of the larger Picardie region. Berny-Rivière is not far from the city of Soissons. Soissons is a historic city in the same department.

What is a French Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest type of local government area. Think of it like a city, town, or village. Each commune has its own mayor and a local council. These officials help manage the daily life of the people living there. They take care of things like local services and public spaces.

Berny-Rivière (Aisne) Mairie
The town hall of Berny-Rivière. This is where local government decisions are made.

Life in Berny-Rivière

Life in Berny-Rivière is generally calm and peaceful. Many residents enjoy the quiet rural setting. The commune has a mayor, Hervé Hertault, who was elected to serve the community. The local government works to make Berny-Rivière a good place to live.

The area of Berny-Rivière covers about 7.87 square kilometers. This is roughly 3 square miles. The land in the commune varies in height. It ranges from 36 meters (about 118 feet) to 140 meters (about 459 feet) above sea level. This shows that the landscape has some gentle hills.

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