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Bretteville-le-Rabet
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 Bretteville-le-Rabet
Location in France
Bretteville-le-Rabet
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Caen |
| Canton | Thury-Harcourt |
| Intercommunality | Cingal |
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4.53 km2 (1.75 sq mi) |
| Population
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260 |
| • Density | 57.4/km2 (148.7/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14097 /14190
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| Elevation | 75–125 m (246–410 ft) (avg. 100 m or 330 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Bretteville-le-Rabet is a small town, or commune, located in the northwest of France. It is part of the region called Basse-Normandie. This commune is also found within the Calvados department.
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About Bretteville-le-Rabet
Bretteville-le-Rabet is a quiet place with a small population. In 2008, about 260 people lived there. It covers an area of 4.53 square kilometers (about 1.75 square miles). The commune sits at an elevation of around 100 meters (328 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 75 meters (246 feet) and its highest is 125 meters (410 feet).
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is like a local town or village. It is the smallest unit of local government. Each commune has its own local council and a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They help manage the daily life and services for the people living there.
Local Government
Bretteville-le-Rabet is part of the Caen arrondissement and the Thury-Harcourt canton. These are larger administrative areas in France. The commune also works with other nearby towns in a group called "Cingal." This helps them share resources and services. At the moment, the position of mayor in Bretteville-le-Rabet is vacant.
Where is Bretteville-le-Rabet?
Bretteville-le-Rabet is located in the Basse-Normandie region of France. This region is known for its beautiful countryside and historical sites. The Calvados department, where Bretteville-le-Rabet is found, is famous for its apple orchards and a type of apple brandy also called Calvados.
