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Châteauneuf-Miravail
The chapel of Saint-Mary, in Châteauneuf-Miravail
The chapel of Saint-Mary, in Châteauneuf-Miravail
Coat of arms of Châteauneuf-Miravail
Coat of arms
Châteauneuf-Miravail is located in France
Châteauneuf-Miravail
Châteauneuf-Miravail
Location in France
Châteauneuf-Miravail is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Châteauneuf-Miravail
Châteauneuf-Miravail
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Country France
Region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Department Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
Arrondissement Forcalquier
Canton Sisteron
Intercommunality Vallée du Jabron
Area
1
19.7 km2 (7.6 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2019)
72
 • Density 3.65/km2 (9.47/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Castelnovins
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
04051 /04200
Elevation 619–1,628 m (2,031–5,341 ft)
(avg. 710 m or 2,330 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Châteauneuf-Miravail is a very small commune in southeastern France. It is located in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department. This area is part of the larger Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. Châteauneuf-Miravail is known for its quiet, rural setting.

What is Châteauneuf-Miravail?

Châteauneuf-Miravail is a tiny village. In France, a "commune" is like a local town or administrative area. It has its own local government. The people who live here are called Castelnovins.

Where is Châteauneuf-Miravail located?

This commune is found in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department. This department is known for its beautiful mountains and valleys. It is in the southeastern part of France. The area is part of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. This region is famous for its sunny weather and stunning landscapes.

How high is Châteauneuf-Miravail?

Châteauneuf-Miravail is located in a hilly area. Its main elevation is about 710 meters (around 2,329 feet) above sea level. Some parts of the commune are lower, at about 619 meters (2,031 feet). Other parts reach much higher, up to 1,628 meters (5,341 feet). This means it has varied terrain, from valleys to higher slopes.

How many people live there?

Châteauneuf-Miravail is a very small place. As of January 2019, only about 72 people lived there. This makes it one of the smallest communes in France by population. It covers an area of about 19.7 square kilometers (about 7.6 square miles). This shows it's a quiet, spread-out community.

Local Government and Life

Like all communes in France, Châteauneuf-Miravail has a local government. This government helps manage the daily life of the village.

Who is the Mayor?

The mayor is the head of the local government. They are responsible for many things. These include local services, public safety, and representing the commune. The mayor works to improve life for the Castelnovins.

What is Intercommunality?

Châteauneuf-Miravail is part of a group called "Vallée du Jabron". This is an "intercommunality". It means several small communes work together. They share resources and services. This helps them manage things like waste collection or public transport more efficiently. It's especially helpful for very small villages.

Symbols of Châteauneuf-Miravail

Every commune often has symbols that represent it. These can tell us about its history or character.

What is a Coat of Arms?

A coat of arms is a special design. It represents a family, a town, or a country. The coat of arms for Châteauneuf-Miravail is a unique symbol. It might show things important to the commune's history or geography.

Blason Châteauneuf Miravail
The coat of arms of Châteauneuf-Miravail

The Chapel of Saint-Mary

The chapel of Saint-Mary is an important building in Châteauneuf-Miravail. Chapels are small places of worship. They often have historical or cultural importance to a community. This chapel is a notable landmark in the commune.

Façade Saint-Mary de ch-miravail
The chapel of Saint-Mary, in Châteauneuf-Miravail

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