Nozières, Ardèche facts for kids
Nozières is a small town (called a commune) located in the Ardèche département in southern France. It's a quiet place in the beautiful French countryside.
Quick facts for kids
Nozières
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 Nozières
Location in France
Nozières
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ardèche |
| Arrondissement | Tournon-sur-Rhône |
| Canton | Lamastre |
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21.79 km2 (8.41 sq mi) |
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258 |
| • Density | 11.840/km2 (30.67/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07166 /07270
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| Elevation | 471–1,061 m (1,545–3,481 ft) (avg. 920 m or 3,020 ft) |
| 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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About Nozières
Nozières is a charming commune in the Ardèche region of France. A commune is like a small town or village with its own local government. The Ardèche département is one of the areas that make up France, similar to a county or province.
Where is Nozières Located?
Nozières is found in the southeastern part of France. It's part of the Tournon-sur-Rhône area, which is known for its lovely landscapes. The town is nestled in a hilly region.
Altitude and Area
The town sits at an average height of about 920 meters (around 3,018 feet) above sea level. The lowest point in the commune is 471 meters (1,545 feet), and the highest point reaches 1,061 meters (3,481 feet). Nozières covers an area of about 21.79 square kilometers (about 8.4 square miles). That's roughly the size of 2,179 football fields!
How Many People Live There?
According to a count from 1999, about 258 people lived in Nozières. It's a very small community, which means everyone probably knows each other!
Local Government
Like all towns in France, Nozières has a mayor who leads the local government. The mayor helps make decisions for the community, like managing local services and representing the town.
Who was the Mayor?
From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Nozières was Henri Desbos. Mayors are elected by the people who live in the commune.
