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Parfondeval is located in France
Parfondeval
Parfondeval
Location in France
Parfondeval is located in Hauts-de-France
Parfondeval
Parfondeval
Location in Hauts-de-France
Country France
Region Hauts-de-France
Department Aisne
Arrondissement Laon
Canton Rozoy-sur-Serre
Intercommunality Portes de la Thiérache
Area
1
10.91 km2 (4.21 sq mi)
Population
 (2008)
162
 • Density 14.85/km2 (38.46/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
02586 /02360
Elevation 159–248 m (522–814 ft)
(avg. 211 m or 692 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Parfondeval is a small and charming commune (which is like a local town or village area) located in the northern part of France. It is found in the Aisne department, which is part of the region called Picardie.

This lovely village is known for being one of the "Plus Beaux Villages de France" (Most Beautiful Villages of France). This means it has special charm and historical importance.

Welcome to Parfondeval!

Parfondeval is a quiet place where about 162 people live, according to the 2008 population count. It covers an area of about 10.91 square kilometers (which is about 4.2 square miles).

Where is Parfondeval?

Parfondeval is located in the countryside of northern France. Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 159 meters (about 522 feet) to 248 meters (about 814 feet). The average elevation is around 211 meters (about 692 feet).

The village is part of the Laon arrondissement and the Rozoy-sur-Serre canton. These are ways that France organizes its local areas for administration.

Who Leads Parfondeval?

Like all communes in France, Parfondeval has a mayor who helps run the village. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Claude Bisseux. The commune also works with other nearby villages as part of the "Portes de la Thiérache" intercommunality. This group helps them share services and work together on important projects.

Life in Parfondeval

Life in Parfondeval is peaceful and connected to nature. As one of France's most beautiful villages, it likely has well-preserved buildings and a calm atmosphere. People who live here enjoy the quiet charm of rural French life.

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