Limoux facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Limoux
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Pont-Neuf of Limoux
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Occitanie | |
| Department | Aude | |
| Arrondissement | Limoux | |
| Intercommunality | Communauté de communes du Limouxin et du Saint-Hilairois | |
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32.41 km2 (12.51 sq mi) | |
| Population
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10,180 | |
| • Density | 314.10/km2 (813.5/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Limouxins | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
11206 /11300
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| Elevation | 156–740 m (512–2,428 ft) (avg. 172 m or 564 ft) |
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| Website | www.limoux.fr | |
| 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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Limoux (which is Limós in the local Occitan language) is a town in France. It is a subprefecture in the Aude department. This means it's an important administrative center. Limoux is part of the Languedoc-Roussillon region and is also the main town of the Limoux area.
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Where is Limoux located?
Limoux is found along the Aude River. It is about 30 kilometers (19 miles) south of the city of Carcassonne. The town covers an area of 32.41 square kilometers (12.51 sq mi). Its average height above sea level is 172 meters (564 feet).
Who lives in Limoux?
Limoux has a population of 10,180 people. This means there are about 314 people living in each square kilometer. People from Limoux are called Limouxins if they are male, and Limouxines if they are female.
What is Limoux known for?
Limoux is famous for its special wine called Limoux wine. It is also well-known for a big Winter festival called Fècos, often called Carnaval de Limoux. This fun event usually takes place between January and Easter.
Local Markets in Limoux
Limoux has several markets where you can find different things:
- A weekly market is held every Friday. If Friday is a public holiday, it moves to Thursday.
- A Flea market (called Brocante) happens on the first Sunday of each month. You can find it on the Promenade du Tivoli.
- During July and August, there are evening markets on Tuesdays.
Interesting Places to Visit
If you visit Limoux, you might like these places:
- The Musée Petiet, which is also the Tourist Information Office.
- The Musée du Piano, a Museum dedicated to the piano.
- CathaRama, a place where you can learn about the history of the Cathar movement.
- You can also take tours at the Sieur d'Arques and Aimery wineries.
- The Jardin aux Plantes la Bouichère in Flassian is a large garden. It covers 2 hectares (about 5 acres) and has many types of plants, including some rare ones.
Famous People from Limoux
Some notable people were born in Limoux:
- Francis de Gaston, Chevalier de Levis (1719-1787): He was a Marshal of France, a very high military rank.
- Alexandre Guiraud (1788-1847): He was a poet, a writer of plays, and a novelist.
Partner Towns
Limoux has a special friendship with another town:
Sant Joan de Vilatorrada, which is in Catalonia, Spain. This is called being a twinned town.
More Information about Limoux
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Town square
See also
In Spanish: Limoux para niños
