Châteaufort, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Châteaufort
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Dovecote of the chateau
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 Châteaufort
Location in France
Châteaufort
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Alpes-de-Haute-Provence | |
| Arrondissement | Forcalquier | |
| Canton | Seyne | |
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13.73 km2 (5.30 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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27 | |
| • Density | 1.97/km2 (5.09/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
04050 /04250
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| Elevation | 541–1,280 m (1,775–4,199 ft) (avg. 610 m or 2,000 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. | ||
Châteaufort is a small commune, which is like a town or village, located in southeastern France. It is part of the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department. This area is known for its beautiful mountains and natural scenery.
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What is Châteaufort?
Châteaufort is a very small community. In January 2019, only 27 people lived there! It covers an area of about 13.73 square kilometers (which is about 5.3 square miles).
Where is Châteaufort located?
Châteaufort is nestled in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department. This department is in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France. The commune is found in the Forcalquier arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of administrative district in France.
How high is Châteaufort?
The village sits at an average height of 610 meters (about 2,000 feet) above sea level. The lowest point in the commune is 541 meters (about 1,775 feet) high. The highest point reaches 1,280 meters (about 4,200 feet). This means Châteaufort is in a hilly or mountainous area.
Life in Châteaufort
Being a small commune, life in Châteaufort is likely quiet and peaceful. The name "Châteaufort" itself means "strong castle." This suggests there might have been a castle or a fortified place there long ago.
What is a commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It's like a town or a village. Each commune has a mayor and a local council. They manage local services for the people living there.
