La Croix-sur-Roudoule facts for kids
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La Croix-sur-Roudoule
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 La Croix-sur-Roudoule
Location in France
La Croix-sur-Roudoule
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Alpes-Maritimes | |
| Arrondissement | Nice | |
| Canton | Puget-Théniers | |
| Intercommunality | Vallées d'Azur | |
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30.06 km2 (11.61 sq mi) | |
| Population
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83 | |
| • Density | 2.761/km2 (7.15/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Crousencs | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
06051 /06260
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| Elevation | 495–1,743 m (1,624–5,719 ft) (avg. 800 m or 2,600 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. | ||
La Croix-sur-Roudoule is a small commune (which is like a local town or village area) located in the beautiful Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in the Alpes-Maritimes department. This charming place is found in the south of France.
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Discovering La Croix-sur-Roudoule
La Croix-sur-Roudoule is a quiet and peaceful commune. It is known for its natural beauty and calm surroundings. The people who live here are called Crousencs.
Where is La Croix-sur-Roudoule?
This commune is part of the Alpes-Maritimes department. This department is in the southeastern part of France. It is also part of the larger Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. This region is famous for its sunny weather and stunning landscapes.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It is similar to a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage local services and represent the people living there.
Facts and Figures
La Croix-sur-Roudoule covers an area of about 30 square kilometers (11.6 square miles). Its elevation, or height above sea level, varies quite a bit. The lowest point is 495 meters (1,624 feet) high. The highest point reaches 1,743 meters (5,718 feet). The average elevation is around 800 meters (2,625 feet).
Population
According to a count in 2008, only 83 people lived in La Croix-sur-Roudoule. This makes it a very small and close-knit community.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, La Croix-sur-Roudoule has a mayor. The mayor is in charge of the local administration. They work to improve life for the residents. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Marie Martin. The commune also works with other nearby towns. This cooperation is called "intercommunality." La Croix-sur-Roudoule is part of the "Vallées d'Azur" intercommunality.
