Communes of the Hauts-de-Seine department facts for kids

Map showing where Hauts-de-Seine is in France

Administrative map of Hauts-de-Seine

Hauts-de-Seine is a département (a type of administrative area) in France. It's located just west of Paris, making it part of the greater Paris area. This region is very busy and has many towns and cities close together.

This article lists the 36 communes (which are like towns or local districts) that make up the Hauts-de-Seine département. Each commune is a local government area with its own mayor and council.

What is a Commune?

A commune is the smallest administrative area in France. Think of it like a town or a small city. Each commune has its own local government. This government helps manage things like schools, local roads, and public services for the people living there.

How Towns Work Together

Some communes in Hauts-de-Seine also work together in groups called communautés d'agglomération. These groups help towns share resources and plan for bigger projects. It's like several towns teaming up for common goals.

• CAA (Communauté d'agglomération des Hauts de Bièvre): This group was formed in 2003. It includes some towns from Hauts-de-Seine and also a few from a nearby area called Essonne.
• CAI (Communauté d'agglomération Arc de Seine): This group started in 2003. It brings together towns like Issy-les-Moulineaux.
• CAB (Communauté d'agglomération du Val de Seine): Created in 2004, this group includes towns such as Boulogne-Billancourt.

Towns and Their Codes

Each commune in France has a special code called an INSEE code. This code is like a unique ID number for the town. They also have a Postal code which helps mail get to the right place. Below is a list of all the communes in Hauts-de-Seine.