Colleville-Montgomery facts for kids
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Colleville-Montgomery
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 Colleville-Montgomery
Location in France
Colleville-Montgomery
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Normandy | |
| Department | Calvados | |
| Arrondissement | Caen | |
| Canton | Ouistreham | |
| Intercommunality | CU Caen la Mer | |
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7.74 km2 (2.99 sq mi) | |
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2,191 | |
| • Density | 283.07/km2 (733.2/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14166 /14880
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| Elevation | 3–58 m (9.8–190.3 ft) (avg. 10 m or 33 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. | ||
Colleville-Montgomery is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the northwest of France. It is part of the region called Basse-Normandie and the department named Calvados. This charming place is known for its history and its beautiful seaside location.
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Colleville-Montgomery: A French Town
Colleville-Montgomery is a type of local area in France called a commune. Think of it like a town or a small district. It's home to about 2,191 people, based on numbers from 2008. The town is led by a mayor, who helps manage the local community.
Where is Colleville-Montgomery Located?
This commune is found in the Calvados department, which is part of the Basse-Normandie region. If you look at a map of France, you'll find it in the northwestern part of the country. It's quite close to the coast, which makes it a popular spot for visitors.
What is a Department and Region?
In France, a department is like a county or a larger administrative area. The region is an even bigger area, grouping several departments together. So, Colleville-Montgomery is in the Calvados department, which is part of the Basse-Normandie region.
Colleville-Montgomery's History and Name
The name Colleville-Montgomery has an interesting history. The "Montgomery" part was added in 1946 to honor Bernard Montgomery, a famous British general from World War II. This change happened because of the town's important role during the D-Day landings in 1944.
D-Day and the Coast
Colleville-Montgomery is very close to the beaches where the D-Day landings took place. This makes it a significant historical site. Today, it's also a lovely seaside resort, meaning many people visit it for its beaches and coastal views.
See also
In Spanish: Colleville-Montgomery para niños
