Port-en-Bessin-Huppain facts for kids
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Port-en-Bessin-Huppain
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Port-en-Bessin-Huppain
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Normandy | |
| Department | Calvados | |
| Arrondissement | Bayeux | |
| Canton | Ryes | |
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7.56 km2 (2.92 sq mi) | |
| Population
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2,080 | |
| • Density | 275.1/km2 (712.6/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14515 /14520
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| Elevation | 0–74 m (0–243 ft) (avg. 50 m or 160 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. | ||
Port-en-Bessin-Huppain is a small and charming French town. It is located in the region called Basse-Normandie. This area is in the Calvados department, which is in the northwest part of France.
This town is known for its history, especially its role during World War II. It is also a busy fishing port.
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Where is Port-en-Bessin-Huppain?
Port-en-Bessin-Huppain is right on the coast of the English Channel. This means it has beautiful sea views. The town is part of the Bayeux area.
The land around the town is mostly flat, but it can go up to 74 meters (about 243 feet) above sea level. The lowest parts are at sea level. The town covers an area of about 7.56 square kilometers (about 2.9 square miles).
People and Government
In 2008, about 2,080 people lived in Port-en-Bessin-Huppain. The number of people living in a town is called its population.
Like other towns in France, Port-en-Bessin-Huppain has a mayor. The mayor is like the town's leader. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Pierre-Albert Cavey. The mayor helps manage the town and its services.
History of the Town
Port-en-Bessin-Huppain has a long history. It was especially important during World War II. On D-Day, June 6, 1944, Allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy. Port-en-Bessin was one of the key places they needed to capture.
The town was important because it had a small port. This port was needed to bring in supplies for the soldiers. The British Army, led by General Montgomery, helped to secure the town. There is a special tablet in the town that remembers the events of D-Day.
Life in Port-en-Bessin-Huppain
Today, Port-en-Bessin-Huppain is still a very active fishing port. Fishing boats go out to sea and bring back fresh seafood. This makes the town a great place to visit if you like fresh fish and seafood.
The town also has a rich artistic history. The famous painter Georges Seurat painted a picture of the port in 1888. This shows how beautiful and inspiring the town has been for many years.
Images for kids
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Château de Villiers-sur-Port
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Église Saint-Nicolas de Villiers-sur-Port
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Bridge and port of Port-en-Bessin-Huppain, by Georges Seurat, 1888
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General Montgomery with Army and Royal Navy officers in Port-en-Bessin, 10 June 1944 in the Normandy Campaign
See also
In Spanish: Port-en-Bessin-Huppain para niños
