Kientzheim facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kientzheim
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 Kientzheim
Location in France
Kientzheim
Location in Grand Est
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Grand Est | |
| Department | Haut-Rhin | |
| Arrondissement | Colmar-Ribeauvillé | |
| Canton | Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines | |
| Intercommunality | Vallée de Kaysersberg | |
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4.83 km2 (1.86 sq mi) | |
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819 | |
| • Density | 169.57/km2 (439.2/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
68164 /68240
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| Elevation | 220–662 m (722–2,172 ft) (avg. 225 m or 738 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Kientzheim was a small village, also known as a commune, located in the Haut-Rhin department in north-eastern France. Think of a commune as a local area with its own small government, like a town or a village. On January 1, 2016, Kientzheim joined with other nearby communes to form a new, larger commune called Kaysersberg-Vignoble.
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Kientzheim: A Village in Alsace
Kientzheim was a charming village in the Alsace region of France. This area is famous for its beautiful landscapes, historic towns, and delicious wines. The village itself was nestled in a valley, surrounded by hills and vineyards. It had a long history, with buildings that showed its past, including old castles and traditional houses.
Where Was Kientzheim Located?
Kientzheim was situated in the Haut-Rhin department. A department in France is like a county or a larger administrative area. The Haut-Rhin department is part of the Grand Est region, which is in the north-eastern part of France, close to the borders with Germany and Switzerland. This location meant Kientzheim was part of a region with a rich mix of French and German cultures.
Life in a French Commune
Life in a commune like Kientzheim often revolved around its local community. Even though it was small, with a population of about 819 people in 2006, it had its own mayor and local council. The mayor, Joseph Fritsch, served from 2008 to 2014. These local leaders helped manage daily life, from keeping the village clean to organizing local events. Many people in the area worked in agriculture, especially in the vineyards, as the region is well-known for its wine production.
A New Chapter: Kaysersberg-Vignoble
In 2016, Kientzheim merged with two other communes, Kaysersberg and Sigolsheim, to create the new commune of Kaysersberg-Vignoble. This merger was part of a bigger plan in France to combine smaller communes into larger ones. The goal was to make local government more efficient and to help these areas work together better. Even though Kientzheim is no longer a separate commune, its history and unique character are now part of the larger Kaysersberg-Vignoble. The name "Vignoble" means "vineyard" in French, highlighting the importance of wine-making in this beautiful area.
