Cadillac-sur-Garonne facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cadillac-sur-Garonne
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Château des ducs d'Épernon à Cadillac-sur-Garonne
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 Cadillac-sur-Garonne
Location in France
Cadillac-sur-Garonne
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Gironde | |
| Arrondissement | Langon | |
| Canton | L'Entre-Deux-Mers | |
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5.44 km2 (2.10 sq mi) | |
| Population
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2,785 | |
| • Density | 511.9/km2 (1,325.9/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33081 /33410
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| Elevation | 3–92 m (9.8–301.8 ft) (avg. 18 m or 59 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. | ||
Cadillac-sur-Garonne is a charming town in southwestern France. It's located in the Gironde area, which is part of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. The town's name means "Cadillac on the Garonne River," and it was known simply as Cadillac until the end of 2022.
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History of Cadillac-sur-Garonne
Cadillac-sur-Garonne was first established in 1280. It was founded by Jean I de Grailly, who was the lord of the nearby Benauges Castle. He created Cadillac-sur-Garonne to serve as an important river port. This allowed goods and people to travel easily along the Garonne River.
What's in a Name?
The name Cadillac comes from a very old Roman name, Catilius. Over time, the name changed to Cadilacum around the year 1306. The ending -acum is an ancient Gaulish word. It was used to show where someone was from or to mark a piece of property belonging to a person.
Geography and Famous Wine
Cadillac-sur-Garonne is located right across the Garonne River from another famous town called Sauternes. This area is well-known for its delicious sweet dessert wines. Cadillac-sur-Garonne even has its own special wine area, called the Cadillac AOC, which produces these sweet wines.
Population Over Time
The number of people living in Cadillac-sur-Garonne has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population counts from different periods:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
| 1968 | 3,748 | — |
| 1975 | 3,340 | −1.63% |
| 1982 | 2,961 | −1.71% |
| 1990 | 2,582 | −1.70% |
| 1999 | 2,365 | −0.97% |
| 2007 | 2,435 | +0.37% |
| 2012 | 2,713 | +2.19% |
| 2017 | 2,789 | +0.55% |
| 2019 | 2,836 | +0.84% |
| Source: INSEE | ||
Main Sights
One of the most impressive buildings in Cadillac-sur-Garonne is the Château des Ducs d'Épernon. This grand castle is a major landmark in the town and shows off its rich history.
The Cadillac Car Connection
You might have heard the name "Cadillac" before, especially if you know about cars! The town of Cadillac-sur-Garonne is actually where the name for the famous Cadillac car brand comes from.
A French explorer named Antoine Laumet de La Mothe, sieur de Cadillac adopted the town's name when he arrived in what is now the United States. He later became the founder of the city of Detroit and was also a governor of Louisiana. The Cadillac division of General Motors and the city of Cadillac, Michigan are both named after him.
See also
In Spanish: Cadillac-sur-Garonne para niños
