Coarraze facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Coarraze
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Coarraze Location in France Show map of France Coarraze Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine Show map of Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Country	France
Region	Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Department	Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Arrondissement	Pau
Canton	Nay-East
Intercommunality	Vath Vielha
Area 1	14.84 km2 (5.73 sq mi)
Population  (2006)	2,247
• Density	151.42/km2 (392.16/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+01:00 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code	64191 /64800
Elevation	258–450 m (846–1,476 ft) (avg. 274 m or 899 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Coarraze is a small and interesting commune in the southwestern part of France. A commune is like a local town or district. It is located in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département, which is similar to a county or administrative area.

Discover Coarraze

Coarraze is a lovely place to learn about French geography and local life. It is known for its quiet charm and natural beauty.

Where is Coarraze Located?

Coarraze is found in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. This area is in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. It is close to the famous Pyrenees mountains. The town is part of the Pau arrondissement and the Nay-East canton.

Quick Facts About Coarraze

Coarraze covers an area of about 14.84 square kilometers. That's roughly 5.7 square miles. In 2006, about 2,247 people lived there. The town sits at an elevation of about 274 meters (899 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 258 meters, and its highest is 450 meters.

Who Leads Coarraze?

Like many towns, Coarraze has a mayor who helps run the local government. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor was Jean Saint-Josse. The town also works with other nearby communities through a group called Vath Vielha. This helps them share resources and make decisions together.

Images for kids

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  Coarraze in 1843 by Eugène de Malbos.

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In Spanish: Coarraze para niños