Prignac-et-Marcamps facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Prignac-et-Marcamps
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 Prignac-et-Marcamps
Location in France
Prignac-et-Marcamps
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Gironde | |
| Arrondissement | Blaye | |
| Canton | L'Estuaire | |
| Intercommunality | Canton de Bourg | |
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9.66 km2 (3.73 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2021)
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33339 /33710
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| Elevation | 2–42 m (6.6–137.8 ft) (avg. 22 m or 72 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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Prignac-et-Marcamps is a small commune (which is like a town or village) located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Gironde department within the region of Aquitaine.
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Discover Prignac-et-Marcamps
Prignac-et-Marcamps is a quiet place in the French countryside. It's a great example of the many small towns that make up France.
Where is Prignac-et-Marcamps Located?
This commune is found in the Gironde department. This area is in the Aquitaine region, which is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history. Prignac-et-Marcamps is situated in the southwest part of France.
What is a French Commune?
A "commune" is the smallest unit of local government in France. Think of it like a town or village with its own local council and mayor. Even very small villages are communes. Prignac-et-Marcamps is one of these many communes.
Who Leads Prignac-et-Marcamps?
Every commune has a mayor who leads the local government. The mayor is elected by the people who live there. For example, Max Jean-Jean was the mayor of Prignac-et-Marcamps from 2008 to 2014. The mayor helps manage the daily life of the commune.
How Many People Live Here?
The population of Prignac-et-Marcamps is recorded by official counts. These numbers help the government understand how many people live in each area. You can find the most recent population count in the infobox at the top of this page.
What is the Size of the Commune?
Prignac-et-Marcamps covers an area of about 9.66 square kilometers. To give you an idea, this is roughly the size of 966 football fields! The land here also has different heights, from a low of 2 meters to a high of 42 meters above sea level. This means it has some flat areas and some slightly higher ground.
