Mittlach facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Mittlach
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The town hall of Mittlach
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 Mittlach
Location in France
Mittlach
Location in Grand Est
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Grand Est | |
| Department | Haut-Rhin | |
| Arrondissement | Colmar-Ribeauvillé | |
| Canton | Wintzenheim | |
| Intercommunality | Vallée de Munster | |
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11.39 km2 (4.40 sq mi) | |
| Population
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314 | |
| • Density | 27.57/km2 (71.40/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
68210 /68380
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| Elevation | 515–1,320 m (1,690–4,331 ft) (avg. 530 m or 1,740 ft) |
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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. | ||
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Mittlach is a small and charming commune (which is like a small town or village) located in the Haut-Rhin department in eastern France. It's nestled in a beautiful natural area, surrounded by mountains and forests.
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About Mittlach
Mittlach is part of the Grand Est region of France. It's a quiet place, perfect for enjoying nature and the peaceful countryside. The village is known for its lovely scenery and traditional French feel.
Where is Mittlach?
Mittlach is found in the Vosges Mountains, which are a mountain range in eastern France. This location means it has a varied landscape, from lower valleys to higher peaks. The village itself sits at an elevation of about 530 meters (around 1,739 feet) above sea level. The highest point in the commune reaches 1,320 meters (about 4,331 feet).
How many people live there?
As of 2006, Mittlach had a population of 314 people. This makes it a very small community, where everyone likely knows each other. The total area of the commune is 11.39 square kilometers (about 4.4 square miles).
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Mittlach has a local government that helps run the town. This includes a mayor and a town council. The mayor is like the leader of the town. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Mittlach was Bernard Zingle. The commune is part of a larger area called the Vallée de Munster, which means "Munster Valley." This group helps different communes work together on common projects.
Things to know about communes
A commune is the smallest administrative division in France. Think of it as a local government area, similar to a township or a small municipality in other countries. Each commune has its own mayor and council who make decisions for the local community.
Departments in France
France is divided into different areas called departments. The Haut-Rhin department is one of these. Departments are like counties or states in other countries. They help manage public services and local affairs for a larger region.
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Other languages
In Spanish: Mittlach para niños
