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Le Saix
The entrance to the village in Le Saix
The entrance to the village in Le Saix
Le Saix is located in France
Le Saix
Le Saix
Location in France
Le Saix is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Le Saix
Le Saix
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Country France
Region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Department Hautes-Alpes
Arrondissement Gap
Canton Serres
Area
1
22.15 km2 (8.55 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2019)
117
 • Density 5.282/km2 (13.68/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
05158 /05400
Elevation 774–1,830 m (2,539–6,004 ft)
(avg. 813 m or 2,667 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Le Saix is a small village in the Hautes-Alpes area of France. It is known as a commune, which is like a local government area. This peaceful place is located in the southeastern part of France.

All About Le Saix

Le Saix is a charming commune found in the Hautes-Alpes department. This department is part of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. The village is nestled among mountains, offering beautiful views.

Where is Le Saix?

Le Saix is located in the Arrondissement of Gap. It is also part of the Canton of Serres. These are ways that France divides its areas for local government. The village sits at an average height of 813 meters above sea level. Its highest point is 1830 meters, and its lowest is 774 meters.

How Many People Live Here?

Le Saix is a very small commune. In January 2019, about 117 people lived there. The number of people living in Le Saix has changed over the years. For example, in 1962, there were 72 residents, and by 1999, it had grown to 79. The population has seen small ups and downs, but it remains a quiet community.

Getting Around Le Saix

Several roads help people travel through the commune of Le Saix. These include the D49, D49A, and D249T roads. These roads connect the village to other nearby areas. They are important for residents and visitors to move around.

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