Canet, Aude facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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 Canet
Location in France
Canet
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Occitanie | |
| Department | Aude | |
| Arrondissement | Narbonne | |
| Canton | Le Sud-Minervois | |
| Intercommunality | Région Lézignanaise | |
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14.04 km2 (5.42 sq mi) | |
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1,826 | |
| • Density | 130.06/km2 (336.85/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
11067 /11200
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| Elevation | 18–37 m (59–121 ft) (avg. 30 m or 98 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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Canet is a small town, also called a commune, located in the south of France. As of January 2019, about 1,826 people live there. It is part of the Occitanie region and the Aude department.
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What is Canet?
Canet is a commune in France. A commune is like a small town or village. It has its own local government. Canet is found in the Aude department. This department is in the southern part of France.
Where is Canet located?
Canet is in the Occitanie region. This region is known for its beautiful landscapes. It is also close to the Mediterranean Sea. The town is about 30 meters (98 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 18 meters (59 feet) and its highest is 37 meters (121 feet).
How big is Canet?
The total area of Canet is 14.04 square kilometers. This is about 5.42 square miles. It's a small area, making it easy to explore.
People and Government
Canet is home to over 1,800 people. The people who live there are called its population. Like all communes, Canet has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government.
Who is the mayor?
From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Canet was André Hernandez. The mayor helps manage the town. They make decisions for the community. This includes things like local services and town planning.
What is an intercommunality?
Canet is part of something called Région Lézignanaise. This is an "intercommunality." It means Canet works with nearby towns. They share resources and services. This helps all the towns in the area.
Images for kids
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The church in Canet d'Aude.
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The coat of arms for the town of Canet (Aude).
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A friendly robot.
