Gensac, Gironde facts for kids
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Gensac
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 Gensac
Location in France
Gensac
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Gironde | |
| Arrondissement | Libourne | |
| Canton | Les Coteaux de Dordogne | |
| Intercommunality | Castillon Pujols | |
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9.38 km2 (3.62 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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710 | |
| • Density | 75.7/km2 (196.0/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33186 /33890
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| Elevation | 15–115 m (49–377 ft) (avg. 70 m or 230 ft) |
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Gensac is a small and charming village located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Gironde department, which is in the Aquitaine region. Gensac is known as a commune, which is a type of local government area in France, similar to a town or parish.
About Gensac
Gensac is a quiet place with a population of about 710 people as of January 2019. It covers an area of 9.38 square kilometers (about 3.6 square miles). The village sits at an average height of 70 meters (230 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 15 meters (49 feet), and its highest point is 115 meters (377 feet).
Where is Gensac Located?
Gensac is found in the Libourne arrondissement and the Les Coteaux de Dordogne canton. These are smaller administrative areas within the Gironde department. The Gironde department itself is part of the larger Aquitaine region, which is in the southwestern part of France. This area is famous for its beautiful landscapes and vineyards.
What is a French Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest administrative division. It's like a local town or village area that has its own local government. Every part of France belongs to a commune. Gensac is one of many communes in the Gironde department.
Who Leads Gensac?
Like all communes, Gensac has a mayor who is in charge of the local government. The mayor helps manage the town's services and represents its people. From 2008 to 2014, Raymond Farré was the mayor of Gensac. The commune also works with other nearby towns through an organization called Castillon Pujols to share resources and services.
