Le Castellet, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Le Castellet
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The village of Le Castellet
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 Le Castellet
Location in France
Le Castellet
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Alpes-de-Haute-Provence | |
| Arrondissement | Forcalquier | |
| Canton | Riez | |
| Intercommunality | Val de Rancure | |
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18.87 km2 (7.29 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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299 | |
| • Density | 15.845/km2 (41.04/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
04041 /04700
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| Elevation | 362–665 m (1,188–2,182 ft) (avg. 480 m or 1,570 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. | ||
Le Castellet is a small and charming commune located in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department in southeastern France. A commune is like a small town or village with its own local government. Le Castellet is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and quiet atmosphere. It's a place where you can enjoy the peaceful French countryside.
Geography of Le Castellet
Le Castellet is situated in a lovely part of France. The Asse River flows along part of the commune's southern border. Rivers are important for the local environment and can be a great place for wildlife.
Landscape and Elevation
The area around Le Castellet has varying elevations. The lowest point is about 362 meters (1,188 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 665 meters (2,182 feet). The village itself is around 480 meters (1,575 feet) high. This difference in height means the landscape includes both valleys and hills.
Area and Population
Le Castellet covers an area of about 18.87 square kilometers (7.29 square miles). It is a small commune in terms of population. As of January 2019, about 299 people lived there. This makes it a very quiet and close-knit community.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Le Castellet has its own local government. It is part of the arrondissement of Forcalquier and the canton of Riez. These are administrative divisions that help organize local services. The commune is also part of an intercommunality called Val de Rancure. This means it works with nearby communes on shared projects.
