Communes of the Ain department facts for kids

There are 419 communes in the Ain département in France.

France is divided into many small areas called communes. Think of a commune as a local town or village, or even a part of a big city. Each commune has its own local government, led by a mayor. It's the smallest way that France is divided for administrative purposes.

What is a Commune?

A commune is like a local community or municipality. It's the smallest administrative division in France. Each commune has a mayor and a local council. They manage things like local schools, roads, and public services. Communes help people living in an area to have a say in their local decisions.

The Ain Department

The Ain is one of France's 101 departments. It is located in the eastern part of France, close to the Alps mountains and the border with Switzerland. The Ain department is known for its beautiful landscapes, from mountains to lakes and rivers. It's a place where you can find both quiet countryside and busy towns. The main city in Ain is Bourg-en-Bresse.

List of Communes in Ain

The Ain department has 419 communes. Each one has a special code from INSEE (France's national statistics office) and a postal code. Here is a list of some of the communes in Ain:

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In Spanish: Anexo:Comunas de Ain para niños