Mérial facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Mérial
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 Mérial
Location in France
Mérial
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Occitanie | |
| Department | Aude | |
| Arrondissement | Limoux | |
| Canton | La Haute-Vallée de l'Aude | |
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17.19 km2 (6.64 sq mi) | |
| Population
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32 | |
| • Density | 1.862/km2 (4.82/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
11230 /11140
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| Elevation | 880–2,027 m (2,887–6,650 ft) (avg. 900 m or 3,000 ft) |
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Mérial is a small commune, which is like a local town or village area, located in the south of France. As of January 2019, it had a population of just 32 people, making it a very quiet place!
Mérial is part of the Occitanie region and the Aude department. It sits in a beautiful area known for its natural landscapes.
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About Mérial
Mérial is a tiny community in the Limoux arrondissement and the La Haute-Vallée de l'Aude canton. These are ways that France divides up its land for local government and administration.
Geography and Location
Mérial is found in the Pyrenees mountains, which form a natural border between France and Spain. The village is located at an elevation of about 900 meters (around 2,950 feet) above sea level. The lowest point in the commune is 880 meters, and the highest point reaches 2,027 meters (about 6,650 feet). This means it has a varied landscape, from valleys to mountain peaks.
The total area of Mérial is 17.19 square kilometers (about 6.64 square miles). Its location in the mountains means it's surrounded by nature, offering great views and outdoor activities.
Local Government and Leadership
Like all communes in France, Mérial has a mayor who is in charge of the local government. The mayor helps manage the commune's daily life, services, and projects. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Mérial was Gérard Fabre. The mayor works to make sure the commune runs smoothly for its residents.
See also
In Spanish: Mérial para niños
Images for kids
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A view of Mérial, France.
