Entrevaux facts for kids
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Entrevaux
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A view from the citadel, overlooking Entrevaux
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 Entrevaux
Location in France
Entrevaux
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Alpes-de-Haute-Provence | |
| Arrondissement | Castellane | |
| Canton | Castellane | |
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60.37 km2 (23.31 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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816 | |
| • Density | 13.517/km2 (35.008/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
04076 /04320
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| Elevation | 414–1,541 m (1,358–5,056 ft) (avg. 472 m or 1,549 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Entrevaux is a charming commune located in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department in southeastern France. It is famous for its amazing medieval walls and a citadel built high on a rock. This historic village looks like it's straight out of a fairy tale!
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Exploring Entrevaux
Entrevaux is a small town with a big history. It sits right next to the Var River. The town is known for its unique position and strong defenses.
A Walled Village
The village of Entrevaux is completely surrounded by impressive walls. These walls were built a long time ago to protect the people living there. You can only enter the village by crossing a drawbridge. This bridge goes over the Var River.
The Drawbridge Entrance
The drawbridge leads to a fortified gate. This gate is part of the village's strong defenses. It makes you feel like you are stepping back in time when you enter.
The Citadel on the Hill
High above the village, there is a large citadel. This fortress sits on a rocky peak. A winding path leads up to it from the village.
Path to the Citadel
The path to the citadel is quite steep. It has many zigzags and goes through tunnels. This design made it very hard for enemies to attack. It also offers amazing views of the village and the river below.
Vauban's Influence
The famous French military engineer Vauban helped design and improve the defenses of Entrevaux. He was known for building very strong forts. His work made Entrevaux almost impossible to capture.
Life in Entrevaux
Even though Entrevaux is very old, people still live there today. It's a quiet place with a small population.
Population and Size
As of January 2019, about 816 people lived in Entrevaux. The commune covers an area of about 60 square kilometers (23 square miles). This means it has a small number of people spread out over a decent area.
Location in France
Entrevaux is in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department. This area is in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of southeastern France. It's known for its beautiful mountains and rivers.
Images for kids
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Place Charles Panier, a lovely spot in Entrevaux.
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