Communes of the Doubs department facts for kids

A map showing the location of the Doubs department in France.

This page lists all the communes (which are like small towns or villages) in the Doubs department in France. France is divided into different areas called départements, and Doubs is one of them. This list helps you see all the different places that make up the Doubs department.

(CAB) This means the commune is part of the Communauté d'agglomération du Grand Besançon. This group was created in 2001 and helps the towns around the city of Besançon work together.
(CAM) This means the commune is part of the Communauté d'agglomération du Pays de Montbéliard. This group was created in 2000 and helps the towns around the city of Montbéliard work together.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest area for local government. Think of it like a city, town, or village, along with the land around it. Each commune has its own mayor and local council who manage things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there. There are thousands of communes all over France!

What is the Doubs Department?

The Doubs is one of the 96 departments in France. It's located in the eastern part of the country, close to the border with Switzerland. Departments are like large regions or counties that help organize the country. The Doubs department is named after the Doubs River, which flows through it.

How to Read This List

This list shows you important information for each commune in the Doubs department. Here's what each column means:

• INSEE code: This is a special number given to each commune by the French government's statistics office (INSEE). It's like a unique ID for that specific place.
• Postal code: This is the number used for sending mail to that commune. It helps the post office deliver letters and packages to the right place.
• Commune: This is simply the name of the town or village itself.

Some communes also have a special note like (CAB) or (CAM). This tells you if they are part of a larger group of towns that work together, usually around a bigger city.

See also

In Spanish: Anexo:Comunas de Doubs para niños