Bollène facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bollène
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Entrance of Bollène. The 2nd sign shows the town name in Provençal. The 3rd one its town twinning.
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 Bollène
Location in France
Bollène
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Vaucluse | |
| Arrondissement | Avignon | |
| Canton | Bollène | |
| Intercommunality | Rhône-Lez-Provence | |
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54.03 km2 (20.86 sq mi) | |
| Population
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13,835 | |
| • Density | 256.06/km2 (663.20/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
84019 /84500
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| Elevation | 42–312 m (138–1,024 ft) (avg. 55 m or 180 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. | ||
Bollène is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the southern part of France. It is home to about 13,835 people, based on numbers from 2006. This charming commune is found in the Vaucluse department, which is part of the larger Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region.
Discovering Bollène
Bollène is a commune, which is like a local government area in France. It's a place where people live and work together. The town is known for its welcoming entrance, as shown in the picture. Signs at the entrance often share important information, like the town's name in the local Provençal language and details about its "town twinning." Town twinning means Bollène has a special friendship with another town in a different country.
Where is Bollène?
Bollène is located in the south of France. It is part of the Vaucluse department. This department is in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. This region is famous for its sunny weather and beautiful landscapes.
People and Government
In 2006, about 13,835 people lived in Bollène. The town is led by a mayor. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Marie-Claude Bompard. The mayor helps manage the town and its services.
Bollène is also part of an "intercommunality" called Rhône-Lez-Provence. This means Bollène works together with nearby communes. They share resources and services to benefit everyone in the area. This cooperation helps with things like waste management or public transport.
Town Symbols
Like many towns, Bollène has its own special symbols. It has a unique coat of arms, which is like a town's emblem. This symbol often tells a story about the town's history or its important features.
See also
In Spanish: Bollène para niños
