Lucgarier facts for kids
Lucgarier is a small town (called a commune) located in the southwestern part of France. It is part of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département, which is like a county in France.
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 Lucgarier
Location in France
Lucgarier
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Pyrénées-Atlantiques |
| Arrondissement | Pau |
| Canton | Pontacq |
| Intercommunality | Communauté Ousse-Gabas |
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5.67 km2 (2.19 sq mi) |
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290 |
| • Density | 51.1/km2 (132.5/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
64358 /64420
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| Elevation | 289–418 m (948–1,371 ft) (avg. 319 m or 1,047 ft) |
| 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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About Lucgarier
Lucgarier is a quiet place in the French countryside. It is known for its peaceful setting and natural beauty. Like many small towns, it has a rich history and a close-knit community.
Where is Lucgarier?
Lucgarier is found in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques area of France. This region is in the southwest, close to the famous Pyrenees mountains. The town sits at an average height of about 319 meters (1,047 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 289 meters (948 feet), and its highest point is 418 meters (1,371 feet). The total area of Lucgarier is 5.67 square kilometers (2.19 square miles).
How Many People Live There?
In 2006, about 290 people lived in Lucgarier. This makes it a very small commune. Small towns like Lucgarier often have a strong sense of community. Everyone knows each other, and life can be very calm.
Who Leads Lucgarier?
Like all towns in France, Lucgarier has a mayor who leads the local government. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Daniel Velez. The mayor and the local council make decisions for the town. They work together to manage things like local services and community projects. Lucgarier is also part of a group of communes called Communauté Ousse-Gabas. This group helps different towns work together on bigger projects.
See also
In Spanish: Lucgarier para niños
