Brenac facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Brenac
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Part of Quillan
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 Brenac
Location in France
Brenac
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Occitanie | |
| Department | Aude | |
| Arrondissement | Limoux | |
| Canton | Quillan | |
| Commune | Quillan | |
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13.66 km2 (5.27 sq mi) | |
| Population
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220 | |
| • Density | 16.1/km2 (41.7/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
11500
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| Elevation | 311–820 m (1,020–2,690 ft) (avg. 410 m or 1,350 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. | ||
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Brenac (pronounced "bren-ack") was once a small town, known as a commune, located in the Aude area of southern France. It was a quiet place with a small population. On January 1, 2016, Brenac joined with the nearby town of Quillan to become one larger commune.
About Brenac
Brenac is situated in the beautiful Aude department, which is a region in the south of France. It's known for its lovely landscapes and historical sites. The village itself was quite small, covering an area of about 13.66 square kilometers.
Where is Brenac?
Brenac is found in the Limoux district and was part of the Quillan canton. Its exact location can be pinpointed using coordinates: 42.8919 degrees North and 2.1542 degrees East. This places it in a scenic part of France, surrounded by natural beauty.
How many people lived there?
Brenac was a small community. In 2021, its population was recorded as 220 people. This means it was a very close-knit village before it merged with Quillan. Over the years, its population stayed quite steady, usually around 200 people.
