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Esparron
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Coat of arms of Esparron
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Esparron is located in France
Esparron
Esparron
Location in France
Esparron is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Esparron
Esparron
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Country France
Region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Department Hautes-Alpes
Arrondissement Gap
Canton Tallard
Intercommunality Tallard-Barcillonnette
Area
1
24.11 km2 (9.31 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2019)
57
 • Density 2.364/km2 (6.12/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
05049 /05110
Elevation 795–1,830 m (2,608–6,004 ft)
(avg. 975 m or 3,199 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Esparron is a small commune (a type of town or village) located in the Hautes-Alpes department in southeastern France. It is a quiet place known for its natural beauty and peaceful environment.

About Esparron

Esparron is nestled in the French Alps, offering stunning views and a connection to nature. It is a very small community, perfect for those who enjoy a calm lifestyle away from busy cities. The area is great for outdoor activities like hiking.

Population Changes Over Time

Esparron has a very small population. Over the years, the number of people living there has changed.

Historical population
Year Pop. ±%
1962 48 —    
1968 48 +0.0%
1975 34 −29.2%
1982 30 −11.8%
1990 28 −6.7%
1999 27 −3.6%
2008 36 +33.3%

For example, in 1962, about 48 people lived in Esparron. By 1999, the population had decreased to 27 residents. However, it grew slightly to 36 people by 2008. As of January 2019, there were 57 people living in Esparron. This shows how small villages can see their populations go up and down over many years.

Getting Around Esparron

Main Road Access

The main way to get to Esparron is by road. The D20 road is an important route that goes right through the commune. This road connects Esparron to other nearby towns and areas. It helps residents and visitors travel in and out of the village.

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