Plassac, Gironde facts for kids
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 Plassac
Location in France
Plassac
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Gironde | |
| Arrondissement | Blaye | |
| Canton | L'Estuaire | |
| Intercommunality | Canton de Blaye | |
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7.12 km2 (2.75 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33325 /33390
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| Elevation | 0–79 m (0–259 ft) (avg. 20 m or 66 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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Plassac is a small and charming commune (which is like a town or village) located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Gironde department and the Aquitaine region. Plassac is known for its beautiful location near the Gironde estuary, which is where the Garonne and Dordogne rivers meet the Atlantic Ocean.
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Discover Plassac: A French Commune
Plassac is a typical French commune, which means it's a local administrative area. It's a place where people live, work, and go to school. Communes are the smallest divisions of local government in France.
Where is Plassac Located?
Plassac is situated in the Blaye area of the Gironde department. It's about 45 kilometers (around 28 miles) north of the big city of Bordeaux. Being close to the Gironde estuary means it has a special connection to the water and the nearby vineyards.
Plassac's Geography and Landscape
The commune of Plassac covers an area of about 7.12 square kilometers (about 2.75 square miles). Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 0 meters (at the river's edge) up to 79 meters (about 259 feet) at its highest point. The average elevation is around 20 meters (about 66 feet). This varied landscape includes areas right by the water and higher grounds.
Who Leads Plassac? The Mayor
Like all communes in France, Plassac has a mayor who is in charge of running the town. The mayor helps make decisions for the community, manages local services, and represents the people of Plassac. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Martine Goutte.
How Many People Live in Plassac?
The number of people living in Plassac changes over time, just like in any town. You can find the most up-to-date population numbers in the infobox at the top of this page. These numbers are collected regularly to help understand how communities are growing or changing.
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