La Bastide-de-Sérou facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Bastide-de-Sérou
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The covered market
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 La Bastide-de-Sérou
Location in France
La Bastide-de-Sérou
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Occitanie | |
| Department | Ariège | |
| Arrondissement | Saint-Girons | |
| Canton | Couserans Est | |
| Intercommunality | Seronnais 117 | |
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43.62 km2 (16.84 sq mi) | |
| Population
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958 | |
| • Density | 21.962/km2 (56.88/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
09042 /09240
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| Elevation | 354–692 m (1,161–2,270 ft) (avg. 406 m or 1,332 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. | ||
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La Bastide-de-Sérou is a small town in southwestern France. It is known as a commune. A commune is like a local government area, similar to a small town or village. It is part of the Ariège department. A department is a larger region in France, like a county or state.
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Discovering La Bastide-de-Sérou
La Bastide-de-Sérou is located in the beautiful Ariège department. This area is in the Pyrenees mountains. The town sits at an elevation of about 406 meters (1,332 feet). It is a peaceful place with a rich history.
Life in the Commune
About 958 people lived in La Bastide-de-Sérou in 2010. The town has a mayor, who helps manage the commune. The mayor works to make sure the town runs smoothly. They oversee local services and projects.
Local History and Markets
One important part of the town is its covered market. Markets have been held here for a long time. Farmers and traders would sell their goods. You can still see old grain measures there. These were used to make sure everyone got a fair amount of grain. The town also has a lively Thursday market.
Mining in the Past
La Bastide-de-Sérou also has a history with mining. There was an old copper mine nearby. Mining was an important industry in the past. It helped the local economy.
Images for kids
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The old Grain measures in the covered market
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The Thursday market
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The old Copper mine
See also
In Spanish: La Bastide-de-Sérou para niños
