Marcols-les-Eaux facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Marcols-les-Eaux
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 Marcols-les-Eaux
Location in France
Marcols-les-Eaux
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ardèche |
| Arrondissement | Privas |
| Canton | Saint-Pierreville |
| Intercommunality | Châtaigniers |
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16 km2 (6 sq mi) |
| Population
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301 |
| • Density | 18.8/km2 (48.7/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07149 /07190
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| Elevation | 671–1,345 m (2,201–4,413 ft) (avg. 729 m or 2,392 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Marcols-les-Eaux is a small and peaceful commune in southern France. A commune is like a local town or village area with its own local government. It is located in the Ardèche département, which is similar to a county or province.
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About Marcols-les-Eaux
Marcols-les-Eaux is nestled in the beautiful Ardèche region of France. It's a place where nature is all around, with mountains and valleys. The village is quite small, making it a quiet and charming spot.
Location and Size
This commune is found in the southern part of France. It's part of the Ardèche department, known for its stunning natural landscapes. Marcols-les-Eaux covers an area of about 16 square kilometers (which is about 6 square miles).
Life in the Village
In 1999, the population of Marcols-les-Eaux was around 301 people. This means it's a very small community where people likely know each other well. The village sits at an elevation of about 729 meters (around 2,392 feet) above sea level. However, the land around it varies greatly, from a low of 671 meters (2,201 feet) to a high of 1,345 meters (4,413 feet). This shows the hilly and mountainous nature of the area.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Marcols-les-Eaux has a local government. The mayor is the head of this government. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor was François Blache. The mayor and the local council work together to manage the village and its services for the people living there.
Images for kids
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A cross in the village
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The Royal Air Force's crewmembers' tombstones in the village's cemetery
See also
In Spanish: Marcols-les-Eaux para niños
