Saint-Étienne-de-Fontbellon facts for kids
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Saint-Étienne-de-Fontbellon
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 Saint-Étienne-de-Fontbellon
Location in France
Saint-Étienne-de-Fontbellon
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ardèche |
| Arrondissement | Privas |
| Canton | Aubenas |
| Intercommunality | Vinobre |
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9.51 km2 (3.67 sq mi) |
| Population
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2,297 |
| • Density | 241.54/km2 (625.6/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07231 /07200
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| Elevation | 167–406 m (548–1,332 ft) (avg. 216 m or 709 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Étienne-de-Fontbellon is a small town, also known as a commune, located in southern France. It is part of the Ardèche département, which is like a county or region in France. This charming place is known for its beautiful natural surroundings.
About Saint-Étienne-de-Fontbellon
Saint-Étienne-de-Fontbellon is situated in the Ardèche département. This area is famous for its stunning landscapes and outdoor activities. The commune is part of the Privas arrondissement and the Aubenas canton. These are ways France organizes its local government.
Location and Size
The town is located at coordinates 44.6016666667 degrees north and 4.38722222222 degrees east. It sits at an average height of 216 meters (about 708 feet) above sea level. The lowest point in the commune is 167 meters (548 feet), and the highest point reaches 406 meters (1,332 feet).
The total area of Saint-Étienne-de-Fontbellon is about 9.51 square kilometers (around 3.67 square miles). This makes it a relatively small but lovely place to live or visit.
Population
According to a count in 1999, Saint-Étienne-de-Fontbellon had a population of 2,297 people. This number shows that it is a close-knit community.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Saint-Étienne-de-Fontbellon has a mayor who leads the local government. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor was Paul Abeillon. The mayor and the local council work together to manage the town's services and make decisions for its residents.
The commune is also part of an "intercommunality" called Vinobre. This means it works with nearby communes on shared projects and services.
