Buhl, Haut-Rhin Facts for Kids

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Buhl

Commune

Coat of arms

Buhl

Location in France

Buhl

Location in Grand Est

Country

Guebwiller

Région de Guebwiller

Area

8.8 km² (3.4 sq mi)

Population

(2006)

3,234

• Density

367.5/km² (952/sq mi)

Time zone

UTC+01:00 (CET)

• Summer (DST)

UTC+02:00 (CEST)

INSEE/Postal code

68058 /68530

Elevation

313–842 m (1,027–2,762 ft)
(avg. 340 m or 1,120 ft)

¹ French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km² (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Buhl is a small town, also known as a commune, located in eastern France. It is found in the Haut-Rhin department, which is part of the Alsace region.

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What is Buhl?

Buhl is a French commune. A commune is the smallest type of local government area in France. Think of it like a town or a village with its own local council.

Where is Buhl located?

Buhl is situated in the Haut-Rhin department. This department is in the eastern part of France. It's close to the border with Germany and Switzerland. The area is known for its beautiful landscapes.

How big is Buhl?

Buhl covers an area of about 8.8 square kilometers. This makes it a relatively small town. In 2006, about 3,234 people lived there.

What is the geography like?

The town of Buhl is located at an average height of 340 meters above sea level. However, the land around it varies quite a bit. The lowest points are around 313 meters high. The highest points reach up to 842 meters. This suggests that Buhl is in a hilly or mountainous area.

Who is in charge of Buhl?

Like all communes in France, Buhl has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. From 2008 to 2014, Fernand Doll was the mayor of Buhl. The mayor helps manage the town's services and represents its people.

Local Landmarks

Buhl has several interesting buildings. These include the Eglise Sainte Jean Baptiste, which is a church. There is also a cemetery chapel. Another notable item is a detail from the Buhl Altarpiece. These places show some of the town's history and culture.