La Cambe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Cambe
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 La Cambe
Location in France
La Cambe
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Normandy | |
| Department | Calvados | |
| Arrondissement | Bayeux | |
| Canton | Isigny-sur-Mer | |
| Intercommunality | Isigny Grandcamp | |
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11.17 km2 (4.31 sq mi) | |
| Population
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518 | |
| • Density | 46.37/km2 (120.11/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14124 /14230
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| Elevation | 0–39 m (0–128 ft) (avg. 30 m or 98 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 Cambe is a small commune (which is like a small town or village) located in the northwest of France. It is part of the region called Basse-Normandie, which is now part of the larger Normandy region. La Cambe is also found within the Calvados department.
This charming commune is known for its quiet, rural setting. It has a small population, with about 518 people living there as of 1999. The area of La Cambe is around 11.17 square kilometers (about 4.3 square miles).
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What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own local council and a mayor who helps manage the area. La Cambe is one of many thousands of communes across France.
The Mayor of La Cambe
The mayor is the head of the local government in a commune. They are elected by the people who live there. The mayor's job is to make decisions that help the community, like managing local services and representing the commune. For a period, Bernard Lenice was the mayor of La Cambe, serving from 2008 to 2014.
Where is La Cambe Located?
La Cambe is situated in the Normandy region of France. This area is famous for its beautiful countryside and rich history. The commune is part of the Calvados department, which is known for its apple orchards and dairy farms. La Cambe is not far from the coast, which means it's in a lovely part of France with a mild climate.
Departments and Regions in France
France is divided into different administrative areas to help manage the country.
- Regions are large areas, like states or provinces in other countries. Normandy is one of these regions.
- Departments are smaller areas within regions. Calvados is a department within Normandy.
- Communes are the smallest local areas, like La Cambe, found within departments.
This system helps organize everything from local services to national laws.
Geography and Landscape
La Cambe is located in a mostly flat area, with its elevation ranging from 0 meters (sea level) to 39 meters (about 128 feet) above sea level. The average elevation is around 30 meters (about 98 feet). This kind of landscape is typical of the rural areas in Normandy, with fields and small forests. The land is often used for farming.
See also
In Spanish: La Cambe para niños
