Lourmarin facts for kids
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 Lourmarin
Location in France
Lourmarin
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Vaucluse | |
| Arrondissement | Apt | |
| Canton | Cadenet | |
| Intercommunality | Communauté de communes des Portes du Luberon | |
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20.18 km2 (7.79 sq mi) | |
| Population
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1,119 | |
| • Density | 55.45/km2 (143.62/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
84068 /84160
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| Elevation | 169–818 m (554–2,684 ft) (avg. 200 m or 660 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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Lourmarin is a charming village, also known as a commune, located in the south of France. It is part of the beautiful Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, specifically in the Vaucluse department. In 1999, about 1,119 people lived there, making it a small and peaceful place.
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Discovering Lourmarin
Lourmarin is famous for being one of the "Most Beautiful Villages of France." This means it has kept its special charm and history. The village is nestled in the Luberon valley, surrounded by lovely landscapes.
Where is Lourmarin?
This picturesque village is found in the southern part of France. It sits in the Vaucluse department, which is known for its sunny weather and stunning nature. The area is part of the larger Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region.
Village Life and Size
Lourmarin is a small community, with a population of just over 1,100 people recorded in 1999. It covers an area of about 20 square kilometers (around 7.7 square miles). The village is built at an elevation of about 200 meters (656 feet) above sea level.
Who Leads the Village?
Like many towns, Lourmarin has a mayor who helps run the village. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor was Blaise Diagne. The mayor and the local council make decisions about the village. They help keep it a great place to live and visit.
Famous Connections
Lourmarin has been home to famous people. One well-known person buried here is Albert Camus. He was a very important French writer and philosopher. He even won the Nobel Prize in Literature. His tombstone is in the village cemetery.
Images for kids
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Albert Camus' tombstone in Lourmarin
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Pont à la Coquille over Aigue Brun. The bridge is on the territory of the commune of Bonnieux.
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See also
In Spanish: Lourmarin para niños
