Le Tourne facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Le Tourne
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Le Tourne Location in France Show map of France Le Tourne Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine Show map of Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Country	France
Region	Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Department	Gironde
Arrondissement	Bordeaux
Canton	Créon
Intercommunality	Vallon de l'Artolie
Area 1	2.53 km2 (0.98 sq mi)
Population  (2008)	760
• Density	300.4/km2 (778/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+01:00 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code	33534 /33550
Elevation	3–82 m (9.8–269.0 ft) (avg. 30 m or 98 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Le Tourne is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the southwest of France. It is found in the region called Aquitaine. Le Tourne is part of the Gironde department. It is a quiet place with a rich history, typical of many French villages.

About Le Tourne

Le Tourne is a charming commune in the Gironde department. This area is known for its beautiful countryside. The town is situated near the Garonne River. It offers a peaceful setting for its residents.

Where is Le Tourne?

Le Tourne is located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Bordeaux arrondissement. An arrondissement is like a district within a department. The town is also in the canton of Créon. A canton is another type of administrative area.

Who is the Mayor?

The mayor of Le Tourne is Jean-Louis Larrieu-Manan. He was elected in 2008. The mayor helps to manage the town. He works with the local council. They make decisions for the community.

How Many People Live Here?

The population of Le Tourne was 760 people in 2008. The number of people living in a town can change over time. Here's how the population has changed:

• 1962: 622 people
• 1968: 696 people
• 1975: 714 people
• 1982: 762 people
• 1990: 698 people
• 1999: 695 people
• 2008: 760 people

Related pages

• Communes of the Gironde department

See also

In Spanish: Le Tourne para niños