Bétracq facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bétracq
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 Bétracq
Location in France
Bétracq
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Pyrénées-Atlantiques |
| Arrondissement | Pau |
| Canton | Terres des Luys et Coteaux du Vic-Bilh |
| Intercommunality | Canton de Lembeye en Vic-Bilh |
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4.70 km2 (1.81 sq mi) |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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50 |
| • Density | 10.6/km2 (27.6/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
64118 /64350
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| Elevation | 151–273 m (495–896 ft) (avg. 225 m or 738 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Bétracq is a very small village, also known as a commune, located in the southwestern part of France. It is found in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département, which is like a county or administrative area in France.
What is Bétracq?
Bétracq is a commune, which is the smallest administrative division in France. Think of it as a local area with its own government. It is a quiet, rural place.
Where is Bétracq Located?
Bétracq is in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department. This department is in the southwest of France. It is close to the famous Pyrenees mountains. The area is known for its beautiful countryside.
The village is part of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. This is one of the largest regions in France. Bétracq sits at an elevation of about 225 meters (738 feet) above sea level. This means it's on slightly higher ground, offering nice views.
Life in Bétracq
Bétracq is a very small community. As of January 2019, only about 50 people lived there. This makes it one of the smallest communes in France. Life in such a small village is often peaceful. People usually know each other well.
The village has a mayor, François Dubertrand. He has been the mayor since 2020. The mayor is in charge of local services. These include things like roads, public spaces, and helping the community.
How French Communes Work
France has many communes, over 30,000 of them! Each commune has a mayor and a local council. They manage the daily life of the village or town. This system helps local people have a say in how their area is run.
The Pyrénées-Atlantiques department, where Bétracq is, has many such communes. They work together on bigger projects. These projects might include things like schools or larger roads.
