Nambsheim facts for kids
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Nambsheim
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Country | France | |
Region | Grand Est | |
Department | Haut-Rhin | |
Arrondissement | Colmar-Ribeauvillé | |
Canton | Ensisheim | |
Area
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10.03 km2 (3.87 sq mi) | |
Population
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550 | |
• Density | 54.8/km2 (142.0/sq mi) | |
Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
INSEE/Postal code |
68230 /68740
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Elevation | 197–208 m (646–682 ft) (avg. 203 m or 666 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. |
Nambsheim is a small town, also known as a commune, located in eastern France. It is part of the Haut-Rhin department.
A commune is like a local government area, similar to a town or a small city. It's the smallest way France divides its land for local management. The Haut-Rhin department is one of the many larger regions that make up France.
Nambsheim is home to about 550 people, based on a 2006 count. It covers an area of about 10 square kilometers (which is about 4 square miles). The town is situated at an elevation of around 203 meters (about 666 feet) above sea level.
Location in France
Nambsheim is found in the eastern part of France. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history. Being in the Haut-Rhin department, it is close to the border with Germany and Switzerland.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Nambsheim has a mayor who leads the local government. The mayor helps manage the town's services and represents its people. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Nambsheim was Jean-Paul Schmitt.