Cervières, Hautes-Alpes facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cervières
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A view of the church of Saint-Michel-et-Saint-Mammès and the church of Saint-Michel
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 Cervières
Location in France
Cervières
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Hautes-Alpes | |
| Arrondissement | Briançon | |
| Canton | Briançon-1 | |
| Intercommunality | Briançonnais | |
| Area
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109.68 km2 (42.35 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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199 | |
| • Density | 1.814/km2 (4.699/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
05027 /05100
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| Elevation | 1,375–3,294 m (4,511–10,807 ft) (avg. 1,620 m or 5,310 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. | ||
Cervières is a small and peaceful commune (which is like a local government area) located in the Hautes-Alpes department in southeastern France. It is known for its beautiful mountain scenery and quiet atmosphere.
Cervières is nestled high in the French Alps, making it a great place for nature lovers. The village sits at an elevation of about 1,620 meters (5,315 feet) above sea level. However, the land within the commune stretches much higher, reaching up to 3,294 meters (10,807 feet) at its highest point. The lowest point is 1,375 meters (4,511 feet).
Population of Cervières
Cervières is a very small commune with a population of around 199 people as of January 2019. This makes it one of the less populated areas in the Hautes-Alpes department.
The number of people living in Cervières has changed over the years. Like many small mountain villages, its population has seen ups and downs. For example, in 1946, there were about 400 residents, but by 1962, it had dropped to 71. More recently, the population has been around 100 to 200 people.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1913 | 900 | — |
| 1946 | 400 | −55.6% |
| 1962 | 71 | −82.2% |
| 1968 | 111 | +56.3% |
| 1975 | 96 | −13.5% |
| 1982 | 105 | +9.4% |
| 1990 | 120 | +14.3% |
| 1999 | 129 | +7.5% |
| 2008 | 156 | +20.9% |
Getting Around Cervières
Even though Cervières is a small mountain village, it is connected by roads. The D89T and D902 roads pass through the commune. These roads help people travel to and from Cervières, connecting it to other towns and villages in the region. They are important for both residents and visitors who come to enjoy the mountain environment.
Images for kids
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A view of the church of Saint-Michel-et-Saint-Mammès and the church of Saint-Michel
