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Espiute
Espiute is located in France
Espiute
Espiute
Location in France
Espiute is located in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Espiute
Espiute
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Country France
Region Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Department Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Arrondissement Oloron-Sainte-Marie
Canton Sauveterre-de-Béarn
Intercommunality Communauté de communes de Sauveterre-de-Béarn
Area
1
4.09 km2 (1.58 sq mi)
Population
 (2006)
112
 • Density 27.38/km2 (70.9/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
64215 /64390
Elevation 70–175 m (230–574 ft)
(avg. 79 m or 259 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Espiute is a small and charming commune in southwest France. A commune is like a small town or village with its own local government.

Espiute is part of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. A département is a bit like a county or a region in other countries.

What is Espiute?

Espiute is a quiet place located in the beautiful countryside of France. It is known for its peaceful atmosphere. The people who live here are called Espiutais.

Where is Espiute Located?

Espiute is found in the southwest part of France. It is close to the famous Pyrénées mountains. The area is known for its green landscapes and rolling hills.

It is part of the Oloron-Sainte-Marie area. It also belongs to the Sauveterre-de-Béarn region. These are ways France divides its land for local government.

How Big is Espiute?

Espiute is a very small commune. In 2006, about 112 people lived there. The total area of Espiute is about 4.09 square kilometers. That is roughly 1.58 square miles.

The land in Espiute is not completely flat. Its lowest point is 70 meters (230 feet) above sea level. The highest point is 175 meters (574 feet) above sea level.

Who is the Mayor of Espiute?

The mayor of Espiute is Françoise Louis. A mayor is the leader of the local government. They help make decisions for the community. Françoise Louis was the mayor from 2008 to 2014.

Espiute also works with other nearby communes. They are part of a group called the Communauté de communes de Sauveterre-de-Béarn. This group helps them share services and work together.

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