Labeaume facts for kids
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Labeaume
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 Labeaume
Location in France
Labeaume
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Ardèche | |
| Arrondissement | Largentière | |
| Canton | Joyeuse | |
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17.76 km2 (6.86 sq mi) | |
| Population
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493 | |
| • Density | 27.76/km2 (71.90/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07115 /07120
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| Elevation | 99–265 m (325–869 ft) (avg. 140 m or 460 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. | ||
Labeaume is a small and charming commune located in the Ardèche département in southern France. It is a quiet place known for its natural beauty and traditional French village feel.
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About Labeaume
Labeaume is a special village in France. It is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. The village is built into the cliffs above the Beaume River. This makes it a very scenic place to visit or live.
Where is Labeaume?
Labeaume is found in the southern part of France. It is part of the Ardèche département. A département is like a county or a region in other countries. The Ardèche is famous for its stunning landscapes. These include deep gorges and winding rivers. Labeaume is close to the town of Largentière. It is also near Joyeuse.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest type of local government area. Think of it like a town or a small municipality. Each commune has its own local council and a mayor. These officials help manage the daily life of the village or town. Labeaume is one of many communes in France.
Life in Labeaume
Labeaume is a very small commune. In 1999, only 493 people lived there. This means it is a close-knit community. The total area of the commune is about 17.76 square kilometers. This is roughly 6.86 square miles. The village sits at an elevation of about 140 meters (459 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 99 meters (325 feet). The highest point is 265 meters (869 feet).
The Mayor of Labeaume
Like all communes, Labeaume has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are elected by the people who live in the commune. From 2001 to 2008, Charles Isaac-Tourre was the mayor of Labeaume. The mayor helps make decisions for the community. They also represent the commune to the wider region.
See also
- In Spanish: Labeaume para niños
