Boucau facts for kids
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Boucau
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The west gate of the Guilhou woods
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 Boucau
Location in France
Boucau
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Pyrénées-Atlantiques |
| Arrondissement | Bayonne |
| Canton | Bayonne-2 |
| Intercommunality | Pays Basque |
| Area
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6 km2 (2 sq mi) |
| Population
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8,627 |
| • Density | 1,440/km2 (3,720/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Boucalais (French)
Bokales (Basque) Bocalés (Gascon) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
64140 /64340
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| Elevation | 0–51 m (0–167 ft) (avg. 20 m or 66 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Boucau is a small town, also called a commune, located in the southwestern part of France. It is found in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques area, which is a département (like a county or province) in the country.
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About Boucau
Boucau is a charming place with a unique mix of French, Basque, and Gascon cultures. It's known for its location near the coast and its connection to the nearby city of Bayonne.
Where is Boucau?
Boucau is situated in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. This region is in the southwest of France, close to the border with Spain. The town is part of the Bayonne area, specifically in the canton of Bayonne-2.
What is a Commune?
In France, a "commune" is the smallest administrative area. It's like a local government unit, similar to a town or a small city. Each commune has its own mayor and local council.
How many people live there?
As of January 2019, about 8,627 people lived in Boucau. People who live in Boucau are called "Boucalais" in French. They can also be called "Bokales" in Basque or "Bocalés" in Gascon, reflecting the different languages spoken in the region.
Who is in charge?
The mayor of Boucau is Francis Gonzalez. He was elected for the term from 2014 to 2020. The mayor is the head of the local government and helps manage the town's services and development. Boucau is also part of a larger group of towns called "Pays Basque" (Basque Country) for shared services and projects.
How big is Boucau?
Boucau covers an area of about 6 square kilometers (which is about 2.3 square miles). Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 0 meters (at sea level) to 51 meters (about 167 feet) at its highest point. The average elevation is around 20 meters (about 65 feet).
Nature and Surroundings
Boucau is close to the Atlantic Ocean, which influences its climate and natural environment. The town features green spaces like the Guilhou woods, which has a notable west gate.
