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Coat of arms of Raedersdorf
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Raedersdorf is located in France
Raedersdorf
Raedersdorf
Location in France
Raedersdorf is located in Grand Est
Raedersdorf
Raedersdorf
Location in Grand Est
Country France
Region Grand Est
Department Haut-Rhin
Arrondissement Altkirch
Canton Altkirch
Intercommunality Jura alsacien
Area
1
7.39 km2 (2.85 sq mi)
Population
 (2006)
514
 • Density 69.55/km2 (180.14/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
68259 /68480
Elevation 419–784 m (1,375–2,572 ft)
(avg. 440 m or 1,440 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Raedersdorf is a small town, also known as a commune, located in eastern France. It is part of the Haut-Rhin department, which is a region called Alsace. This charming place is known for its quiet, rural setting.

About Raedersdorf

Raedersdorf is a commune in the Haut-Rhin department. This department is found in the Alsace region of France. Communes are like small towns or villages that have their own local government.

Location and Size

Raedersdorf is located in the eastern part of France. It covers an area of about 7.39 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 739 football fields!

Population and People

As of 2006, about 514 people lived in Raedersdorf. This makes it a small community. The people who live there are called Raedersdorfois.

Geography and Nature

The village of Raedersdorf is situated at an elevation of about 440 meters (1,444 feet) above sea level. The land around Raedersdorf varies quite a bit. The lowest point is 419 meters (1,375 feet) and the highest point reaches 784 meters (2,572 feet). This means there are some hills or small mountains nearby. The area is part of the Jura alsacien, which suggests beautiful natural landscapes.

Local Government

Like all communes in France, Raedersdorf has its own local government. This government helps manage the town's daily life.

The Mayor

The mayor is the head of the local government. They are elected by the people of the commune. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Raedersdorf was André Sontag. The mayor's job is to make decisions for the town. They also represent the commune in official matters.

Local Groupings

Raedersdorf is part of a larger group of communes called an "intercommunality." This group is named "Jura alsacien." These groups work together on shared projects. They might manage things like waste collection or public transport. This helps smaller communes share resources and get things done more easily.

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