Carcans facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Carcans
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 Carcans
Location in France
Carcans
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Gironde | |
| Arrondissement | Lesparre-Médoc | |
| Canton | Le Sud-Médoc | |
| Intercommunality | Lacs Médocains | |
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175.4 km2 (67.7 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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2,418 | |
| • Density | 13.786/km2 (35.705/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33097 /33121
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| Elevation | 0–65 m (0–213 ft) | |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Carcans is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Gironde department within the Aquitaine region.
What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest type of administrative area in France. Think of it like a local town or village. Each commune has its own mayor and local government. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there.
Where is Carcans Located?
Carcans is found in a beautiful part of France. It is in the Gironde department, which is known for its stunning Atlantic coast and famous vineyards. The region of Aquitaine, where Gironde is located, is in the southwestern part of the country.
Quick Facts About Carcans
Carcans covers an area of about 175.4 square kilometers. In January 2019, its population was around 2,418 people. The town's elevation ranges from 0 meters (sea level) to 65 meters. This means some parts are very close to the coast, while others are a bit higher up.
The mayor of Carcans is Henri Sabarot. He was elected to serve from 2008 to 2014. The town is part of a group of communes called "Lacs Médocains," which means "Lakes of Médoc." This group works together on projects that benefit all the towns.
See Also
You can learn more about Carcans in Spanish on the Kiddle encyclopedia for kids: Carcans para niños
