Rodern facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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View of Rodern
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 Rodern
Location in France
Rodern
Location in Grand Est
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Grand Est | |
| Department | Haut-Rhin | |
| Arrondissement | Colmar-Ribeauvillé | |
| Canton | Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines | |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Ribeauvillé | |
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7.05 km2 (2.72 sq mi) | |
| Population
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332 | |
| • Density | 47.09/km2 (121.97/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
68280 /68590
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| Elevation | 228–760 m (748–2,493 ft) | |
| 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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Rodern is a small town, or "commune," located in France. It is found in the Haut-Rhin area, which is like a county in France. Rodern is a peaceful place with a small population.
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What is a French Commune?
A French commune is the smallest type of local government area in France. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like local services and public spaces.
Rodern's Location and Size
Rodern is in the Alsace region of France. This region is known for its beautiful landscapes and unique culture. The commune covers an area of about 7.05 square kilometers. That's roughly 2.7 square miles.
How Many People Live There?
As of 2006, about 332 people lived in Rodern. This makes it a very small community. Small towns often have a close-knit feel, where many people know each other.
Who Leads Rodern?
The leader of a commune is called a mayor. The mayor helps run the town and makes decisions for its people. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Rodern was Raymond Salber. Mayors are elected by the people living in the commune.
Where is Haut-Rhin?
Rodern is part of the Haut-Rhin department. A department in France is similar to a state or province. It's a larger administrative area that groups several communes together. The Haut-Rhin department is in eastern France, near the border with Germany.
Images for kids
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A view of Rodern.
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The coat of arms for Rodern.
Related pages
See also
In Spanish: Rodern para niños
