Longpont facts for kids
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Longpont
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Ruins of the abbey
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 Longpont
Location in France
Longpont
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Hauts-de-France | |
| Department | Aisne | |
| Arrondissement | Soissons | |
| Canton | Villers-Cotterêts | |
| Intercommunality | Villers-Cotterêts–Forêt de Retz | |
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10.94 km2 (4.22 sq mi) | |
| Population
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287 | |
| • Density | 26.23/km2 (67.95/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
02438 /02600
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| Elevation | 77–152 m (253–499 ft) (avg. 85 m or 279 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. | ||
Longpont is a small commune in the north of France. A commune is like a local town or village area. It is part of the Aisne department. This department is found in the region called Hauts-de-France.
Longpont is known for the ruins of its old abbey. This historic site shows how important the area once was.
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Where is Longpont Located?
Longpont is in the northern part of France. It is in the Aisne department. This department is part of the Hauts-de-France region. The nearest large town is Soissons.
Geography and Landscape
The commune of Longpont covers an area of about 10.94 square kilometers. This is roughly 4.2 square miles. The land here is not completely flat. Its lowest point is 77 meters (253 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 152 meters (499 feet). The average elevation is around 85 meters (279 feet).
People and Government
In 2008, about 287 people lived in Longpont. This makes it a very small community.
Local Leadership
Like all French communes, Longpont has a mayor. The mayor is in charge of the local government. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Longpont was Guy Necaille. The mayor helps manage the daily life of the commune. This includes things like local services and public spaces.
Longpont is also part of a larger group of communes. This group is called "Villers-Cotterêts–Forêt de Retz". These groups work together on bigger projects.
The Abbey of Longpont
One of the most famous things in Longpont is its old abbey. An abbey is a type of monastery. It is a place where monks or nuns used to live and worship. The abbey in Longpont is now mostly in ruins. However, its remains are still very impressive. They show what a grand building it once was.
Historical Importance
The Abbey of Longpont was an important religious center many centuries ago. It played a role in the local history of the region. Even as ruins, the abbey attracts visitors. It helps people imagine life in the past.
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See also
In Spanish: Longpont para niños
