Jurançon facts for kids
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Jurançon
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 Jurançon
Location in France
Jurançon
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Pyrénées-Atlantiques | |
| Arrondissement | Pau | |
| Canton | Billère et Coteaux de Jurançon | |
| Intercommunality | Pau Béarn Pyrénées | |
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18.78 km2 (7.25 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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7,102 | |
| • Density | 378.17/km2 (979.5/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
64284 /64110
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| Elevation | 159–365 m (522–1,198 ft) (avg. 177 m or 581 ft) |
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Jurançon is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the southwestern part of France. It is part of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département, which is like a county or administrative area in France.
About Jurançon
Jurançon is a charming commune in France. It is known for its beautiful location in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region. The town is situated near the famous Pyrenees mountains.
Location and Geography
Jurançon is found in the Pau arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of administrative district in France. The town is also part of the Billère et Coteaux de Jurançon canton. A canton is a smaller administrative division.
The town's elevation varies. It ranges from 159 meters (about 522 feet) to 365 meters (about 1,198 feet) above sea level. The average elevation is around 177 meters (about 581 feet). Jurançon covers an area of 18.78 square kilometers.
Population and People
As of January 2019, Jurançon had a population of 7,102 people. This number comes from the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE). The people who live in Jurançon are called Jurançonnais.
Local Government
Jurançon is governed by a mayor and a local council. The current mayor is Michel Bernos. He was elected for the term from 2020 to 2026. The commune is also part of a larger group called Pau Béarn Pyrénées. This group helps different towns work together on shared projects.
See also
In Spanish: Jurançon para niños
