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Cricquebœuf is located in France
Cricquebœuf
Cricquebœuf
Location in France
Cricquebœuf is located in Normandy
Cricquebœuf
Cricquebœuf
Location in Normandy
Country France
Region Normandy
Department Calvados
Arrondissement Lisieux
Canton Honfleur
Intercommunality Pays de Honfleur
Area
1
1.85 km2 (0.71 sq mi)
Population
 (1999)
182
 • Density 98.4/km2 (254.8/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
14202 /14113
Elevation 2–143 m (6.6–469.2 ft)
(avg. 24 m or 79 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Cricquebœuf is a small village, also known as a commune, located in the northwest of France. It's part of the Calvados department in the Basse-Normandie region. It's a quiet place with a small population.

Cricquebœuf: A Small French Village

Cricquebœuf is a charming little place in France. It's known for being a peaceful area with a small number of residents. Like many villages in France, it has its own local government and unique history.

Where is Cricquebœuf?

Cricquebœuf is found in the Basse-Normandie region of France. This region is in the northwest part of the country. Specifically, it's located within the Calvados department. Departments are like counties or smaller administrative areas within a region. Cricquebœuf is close to the coast, not far from the English Channel. Its exact location can be described using coordinates, which are like a precise address on a map.

People and Life in Cricquebœuf

Cricquebœuf is a very small community. In 1999, its population was 182 people. This makes it one of the smaller communes in France. The people who live there are part of the local community and contribute to its daily life.

Who is the Mayor?

The mayor of Cricquebœuf is Albert Depuis. He was elected for the term from 2008 to 2014. A mayor is the head of the local government in a commune. Their job is to manage the village's services, like roads, schools, and local events. They also represent the people of the commune.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest administrative division. Think of it like a town or a village. Every part of France belongs to a commune. Communes have their own local government, led by a mayor and a municipal council. They handle local services and make decisions for their residents. Cricquebœuf is one of many thousands of communes across France.

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