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The town hall and surroundings in Foncegrive

Foncegrive is a small area in France called a commune. It is located in the Côte-d'Or department. Think of a commune as a local town or village, and a department as a larger region, similar to a county in some other countries.

What is a Commune?

A commune is the smallest way that France is divided up for local government. It's like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and a local council. They make decisions about things like:

  • Local schools
  • Roads and public spaces
  • Community events

There are many thousands of communes across France. They help manage daily life for the people living there.

What is a Department?

A department is a larger area than a commune. It's a bit like a state or a county. France has 96 departments on the mainland and several overseas. Each department has its own government, called a General Council. This council handles bigger tasks, such as:

  • Building and maintaining major roads
  • Managing some social services
  • Supporting local development

The Côte-d'Or department, where Foncegrive is located, is in the eastern part of France. It is known for its beautiful countryside and famous vineyards.

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