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Mirabel
Mirabel is located in France
Mirabel
Mirabel
Location in France
Mirabel is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Mirabel
Mirabel
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Country France
Region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Department Ardèche
Arrondissement Privas
Canton Villeneuve-de-Berg
Intercommunality Berg et Coiron
Area
1
19.9 km2 (7.7 sq mi)
Population
 (1999)
314
 • Density 15.78/km2 (40.87/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
07159 /07170
Elevation 210–685 m (689–2,247 ft)
(avg. 500 m or 1,600 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Mirabel is a small town, also called a commune, located in the Ardèche département in southern France. It's a charming place in the countryside.

What is Mirabel?

Mirabel is a commune, which is like a local government area in France. It's similar to a small town or village. Mirabel is known for its quiet, natural surroundings.

Where is Mirabel Located?

Mirabel is in the southern part of France. It's part of the Ardèche département. This area is famous for its beautiful landscapes and hills.

Mirabel is situated at an elevation of about 500 meters (1,640 feet) above sea level. The lowest point is 210 meters (689 feet) and the highest is 685 meters (2,247 feet). The total area of Mirabel is about 19.9 square kilometers (7.7 square miles).

Who Lives in Mirabel?

According to a 1999 count, about 314 people lived in Mirabel. This makes it a very small and peaceful community. The people who live there are called Mirabelois.

How is Mirabel Governed?

Like all communes in France, Mirabel has its own local government. This government helps manage the town's daily life.

The Mayor of Mirabel

The head of the local government is the mayor. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Mirabel was Marc Dugendre. The mayor helps make decisions for the community.

Working with Other Towns

Mirabel is also part of a group of communes called "Berg et Coiron." This group works together on projects that benefit all the towns involved. This helps them share resources and get more done.

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