Méry-sur-Seine facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Méry-sur-Seine
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The Haute-Seine canal in Méry-sur-Seine
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 Méry-sur-Seine
Location in France
Méry-sur-Seine
Location in Grand Est
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Grand Est | |
| Department | Aube | |
| Arrondissement | Nogent-sur-Seine | |
| Canton | Creney-près-Troyes | |
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12.42 km2 (4.80 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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1,511 | |
| • Density | 121.66/km2 (315.09/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
10233 /10170
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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. | ||
Méry-sur-Seine is a small commune located in the Aube département in the north-central part of France. A commune is like a local town or village area. The name "sur-Seine" means "on the Seine," telling us it's located near the famous Seine River.
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Where is Méry-sur-Seine?
Méry-sur-Seine is found in the Grand Est region of France. It is part of the Aube department. This area is known for its beautiful countryside and historical towns. The commune covers an area of about 12.42 square kilometers.
How many people live there?
As of January 2019, around 1,511 people live in Méry-sur-Seine. This makes it a small community. The population count helps us understand the size of the town.
Who leads the commune?
The commune of Méry-sur-Seine is led by a mayor. The mayor is like the head of the town's local government. They help make decisions for the community. Serge LEGRAS was the mayor from 2008 to 2014.
What is a French commune?
A French commune is the smallest unit of local government in France. It is similar to a town or a civil parish. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage local services and represent the people living there.
Images for kids
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The Haute-Seine canal in Méry-sur-Seine
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The coat of arms for Méry-sur-Seine
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