Marsas, Gironde facts for kids
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Marsas
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 Marsas
Location in France
Marsas
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Gironde |
| Arrondissement | Blaye |
| Canton | Le Nord-Gironde |
| Intercommunality | Canton de Saint-Savin |
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8.13 km2 (3.14 sq mi) |
| Population
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1,213 |
| • Density | 149.20/km2 (386.4/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33272 /33620
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| Elevation | 27–71 m (89–233 ft) (avg. 65 m or 213 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Marsas is a small and interesting commune located in the Gironde department in the southwest of France. It is part of the region called Aquitaine. A commune is like a local town or village area with its own local government.
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Discovering Marsas
Marsas is a quiet place in the French countryside. It is known for its peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty. The village is surrounded by green landscapes, which are typical of the Gironde department.
Where is Marsas Located?
Marsas is found in the southwest part of France. It is in the Gironde department, which is famous for its vineyards and the city of Bordeaux. The commune is part of the Blaye arrondissement and the Le Nord-Gironde canton. These are ways that France organizes its different areas for local government.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and a local council that makes decisions for the people living there. Marsas is one of many communes across France.
People and Life in Marsas
As of January 2019, about 1,213 people lived in Marsas. The people who live in Marsas are called Marsacais. The mayor of Marsas is Brigitte Misiak, who helps lead the local government. The commune covers an area of about 8.13 square kilometers (about 3.14 square miles). The land in Marsas is mostly flat, with elevations ranging from 27 meters (89 feet) to 71 meters (233 feet) above sea level.
See also
- In Spanish: Marsas (Gironda) para niños
