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Coarraze
Château de Coarraze (Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France).JPG
Coat of arms of Coarraze
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Coarraze is located in France
Coarraze
Coarraze
Location in France
Coarraze is located in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Coarraze
Coarraze
Location in 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.

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