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Lugasson
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 Lugasson
Location in France
Lugasson
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Gironde |
| Arrondissement | Langon |
| Canton | L'Entre-Deux-Mers |
| Intercommunality | Targonnais |
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6.32 km2 (2.44 sq mi) |
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304 |
| • Density | 48.10/km2 (124.58/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33258 /33760
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| Elevation | 17–90 m (56–295 ft) (avg. 30 m or 98 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Lugasson is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Gironde department and the region called Aquitaine.
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About Lugasson
Lugasson is a quiet place with a small population. In January 2019, about 304 people lived there. The area of the commune is around 6.32 square kilometers (about 2.44 square miles).
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest area for local government. Think of it like a small town or village that has its own local council and mayor. There are thousands of communes all over France.
Where is Lugasson?
Lugasson is found in the Gironde department. This department is known for its beautiful landscapes and is part of the larger Aquitaine region. The region is in the southwest part of France, close to the Atlantic Ocean.
Local Government
Like all communes, Lugasson has a mayor who helps run the town. The mayor is in charge of local services and represents the people of Lugasson. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Michel Brun.
Lugasson is also part of something called "Targonnais intercommunality." This means Lugasson works together with other nearby communes on shared projects, like waste management or public transport. It helps small towns share resources and get things done more easily.
Geography and Landscape
Lugasson is located in an area that has different elevations. The lowest point in the commune is 17 meters (about 56 feet) above sea level, and the highest point is 90 meters (about 295 feet). The average elevation is around 30 meters (about 98 feet). This varied landscape often includes vineyards, as the Gironde department is famous for its wine.
See also
In Spanish: Lugasson para niños
