Leymen facts for kids
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Leymen
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Saint-Léger church in Leymen
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 Leymen
Location in France
Leymen
Location in Grand Est
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Grand Est | |
| Department | Haut-Rhin | |
| Arrondissement | Mulhouse | |
| Canton | Saint-Louis | |
| Intercommunality | Porte du Sundgau | |
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11.64 km2 (4.49 sq mi) | |
| Population
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1,144 | |
| • Density | 98.28/km2 (254.55/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
68182 /68220
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| Elevation | 315–584 m (1,033–1,916 ft) (avg. 347 m or 1,138 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. | ||
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Leymen is a small and interesting commune located in eastern France. It is found in the Haut-Rhin department, which is part of the Alsace region. Think of a commune as a local town or village, similar to a municipality, that has its own local government.
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Where is Leymen Located?
Leymen is situated in the eastern part of France, close to the border with Switzerland. This location means it's part of the Sundgau area, which is known for its rolling hills and beautiful countryside.
Geography and Landscape
The commune of Leymen covers an area of about 11.64 square kilometers (about 4.5 square miles). The land here varies quite a bit in height. The lowest point in Leymen is 315 meters (about 1,033 feet) above sea level, while the highest point reaches 584 meters (about 1,916 feet). The average height of the commune is around 347 meters (about 1,138 feet). This varied landscape makes the area interesting to explore.
People and Population
As of 2006, about 1,144 people lived in Leymen. The people who live in a commune are called its residents. The population of a commune can change over time, but Leymen remains a relatively small community.
How Leymen is Governed
Like all communes in France, Leymen has its own local government.
The Role of the Mayor
The head of the local government in Leymen is the Mayor. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Leymen was Danièle Ott. The mayor is responsible for many things, like managing local services, keeping the town safe, and representing the commune.
Working with Other Communes
Leymen is also part of an "intercommunality" called Porte du Sundgau. This means Leymen works together with other nearby communes on shared projects and services. It helps them achieve more by combining their efforts and resources.
Important Places in Leymen
One of the notable landmarks in Leymen is the Saint-Léger church. This church is an important part of the commune's history and community life.
Images for kids
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The official coat of arms for the town of Leymen.
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See also
In Spanish: Leymen para niños
