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La Redorte
The Canal du Midi in La Redorte
The Canal du Midi in La Redorte
Coat of arms of La Redorte
Coat of arms
La Redorte is located in France
La Redorte
La Redorte
Location in France
La Redorte is located in Occitanie
La Redorte
La Redorte
Location in Occitanie
Country France
Region Occitanie
Department Aude
Arrondissement Carcassonne
Canton Le Haut-Minervois
Intercommunality Haut Minervois
Area
1
13.49 km2 (5.21 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2019)
1,227
 • Density 90.96/km2 (235.58/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
11190 /11700
Elevation 39–111 m (128–364 ft)
(avg. 53 m or 174 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

La Redorte is a small town, also called a commune, located in the south of France. It is part of the Aude department in the Occitanie region. In January 2019, about 1,227 people lived there.

Where is La Redorte?

La Redorte is found in the Occitanie region of southern France. This region is known for its beautiful landscapes. The town is part of the Aude department. It is also close to the city of Carcassonne.

Geography and Landscape

The town sits at an elevation of about 53 meters (174 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 39 meters (128 feet), and its highest is 111 meters (364 feet). The total area of La Redorte is about 13.49 square kilometers (5.21 square miles).

The Canal du Midi

A very important feature of La Redorte is the Canal du Midi. This famous canal runs through the commune. The Canal du Midi is a historic waterway. It connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Atlantic Ocean. It is used for boats and is a popular spot for tourists.

Canal du Midi in La Redorte 01
The Canal du Midi flowing through La Redorte.

People and Government

As of 2019, La Redorte has a population of 1,227 people. The leader of the commune is called the Mayor. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of La Redorte was Pierre-Henri Ilhes. The mayor helps manage the town. This includes things like local services and community projects.

Local Administration

La Redorte is part of a larger administrative area. This area is called the Carcassonne arrondissement. It is also part of the Le Haut-Minervois canton. These divisions help organize local government. They also help provide services to the people living there.

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