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Méracq
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Méracq is located in France
Méracq
Méracq
Location in France
Méracq is located in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Méracq
Méracq
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Country France
Region Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Department Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Arrondissement Pau
Canton Artix et Pays de Soubestre
Intercommunality Luys en Béarn
Area
1
8.24 km2 (3.18 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2019)
231
 • Density 28.03/km2 (72.61/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
64380 /64410
Elevation 109–245 m (358–804 ft)
(avg. 197 m or 646 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Méracq is a small commune in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department in southwest France. A commune is like a small town or village area with its own local government.

What is a Commune?

A commune is the smallest type of administrative area in France. Think of it like a local district or a small town. Each commune has its own mayor and a local council that makes decisions for the people living there.

Where is Méracq Located?

Méracq is found in the southwest part of France. It's in a region called Pyrénées-Atlantiques, which is known for its beautiful landscapes, including mountains and the Atlantic coast.

Geography of Méracq

Méracq covers an area of about 8.24 square kilometers (which is roughly 3.18 square miles). The land in Méracq is not completely flat. Its lowest point is 109 meters (about 358 feet) above sea level, and its highest point reaches 245 meters (about 804 feet).

People and Government

As of January 2019, Méracq was home to 231 people. This makes it a very small and quiet community.

The Mayor's Role

The mayor of Méracq is Pierre Duplantier. He was elected for the term from 2020 to 2026. The mayor is the head of the local government. Their job is to manage the commune's daily affairs, represent the people, and make sure local services like roads, schools, and public spaces are well-maintained. They work with a local council to make important decisions for the community.

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