Courcelles-sur-Vesle facts for kids
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Courcelles-sur-Vesle
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 Courcelles-sur-Vesle
Location in France
Courcelles-sur-Vesle
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France |
| Region | Hauts-de-France |
| Department | Aisne |
| Arrondissement | Soissons |
| Canton | Fère-en-Tardenois |
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8.81 km2 (3.40 sq mi) |
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332 |
| • Density | 37.68/km2 (97.60/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
02224 /02220
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| Elevation | 52–176 m (171–577 ft) (avg. 75 m or 246 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Courcelles-sur-Vesle is a small town in northern France. It is located in the Aisne department, which is part of the region called Picardie.
The town is home to 295 people, based on a 1999 count. This means there are about 32 people living in each square kilometer.
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History of Courcelles-sur-Vesle
Courcelles-sur-Vesle has a special place in history. A famous meeting happened here on March 27, 1810.
It was in front of the church that Napoléon Bonaparte met Marie-Louise. She was only 19 years old at the time. Napoléon was 41. Soon after, Marie-Louise became the Empress of the French.
Who Runs Courcelles-sur-Vesle?
The person in charge of Courcelles-sur-Vesle is called the Mayor. The Mayor helps run the town and makes decisions for its people.
Since 2001, Luc Tordeux has been the Mayor. He was chosen again in 2008. The next time people will vote for a new Mayor is in 2014.
Population Facts
The number of people living in Courcelles-sur-Vesle has changed over the years. This is called the population.
Here is how the population has grown or shrunk:
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Famous Buildings and Landmarks
Courcelles-sur-Vesle has some old and important buildings. These buildings are protected because of their history.
Old Church Remains
Part of the old choir from the church still stands. A choir is a special part of a church where singers might stand. These remains have been a protected building since 1927.
Le Calvaire Chapel
There is also a small church building called "Le Calvaire" Chapel. This chapel has been a protected building since 1929.
Courcelles-sur-Vesle Castle
The castle in Courcelles-sur-Vesle was built a long time ago, in 1694. A rich man named Baron Jacques de la Grange ordered it to be built.
In 1988, the castle was changed. It became a Hotel and a restaurant where people can stay and eat.
