Cantenac facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cantenac
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 Cantenac
Location in France
Cantenac
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Gironde |
| Arrondissement | Bordeaux |
| Canton | Castelnau-de-Médoc |
| Intercommunality | Fronsac |
| Area
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14.26 km2 (5.51 sq mi) |
| Population
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1,269 |
| • Density | 88.99/km2 (230.48/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33091 /33460
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| Elevation | 1–22 m (3.3–72.2 ft) (avg. 30 m or 98 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Cantenac was once a small town, also known as a commune, located in the southwest of France. It was part of the Aquitaine region and the Gironde department.
On January 1, 2017, Cantenac joined with another commune to form a new, larger commune called Margaux-Cantenac. This kind of merger happens when smaller towns combine to work together more efficiently.
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What Was Cantenac Like?
Cantenac was a quiet place with a population of 1,269 people in 2008. It covered an area of about 14.26 square kilometers. The town's elevation, or how high it was above sea level, varied from 1 meter to 22 meters, with an average of 30 meters.
Where Was Cantenac Located?
Cantenac was situated in the Bordeaux area, which is famous for its vineyards. It was part of the Castelnau-de-Médoc canton. A canton is like a small administrative area within a department.
Who Was the Mayor of Cantenac?
From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Cantenac was Eric Boucher. A mayor is the elected leader of a town or city. They are responsible for managing the local government and making decisions for the community.
Why Do Communes Merge?
Communes sometimes merge to create stronger, more efficient local governments. This can help them share resources, save money, and provide better services to their residents. For example, two small towns might combine their fire departments or public works teams.
