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Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias
Église de Saint Apollinaire de Rias.jpg
Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias is located in France
Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias
Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias
Location in France
Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias
Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Country France
Region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Department Ardèche
Arrondissement Tournon-sur-Rhône
Canton Vernoux-en-Vivarais
Area
1
8.34 km2 (3.22 sq mi)
Population
 (1999)
119
 • Density 14.27/km2 (36.96/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
07214 /07240
Elevation 492–834 m (1,614–2,736 ft)
(avg. 696 m or 2,283 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias is a small village, also known as a commune, located in the Ardèche département in southern France. It is a quiet place with a small population, nestled in a beautiful natural area.

What is a Commune?

A commune is like a local government area in France. Think of it as a town or village with its own local council and a mayor. It's the smallest unit of administration in the country. Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias is one of many communes in France.

Where is Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias?

This commune is found in the Ardèche department, which is a region in the south of France. The Ardèche is known for its stunning landscapes, including mountains, rivers, and forests. Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias is part of the Tournon-sur-Rhône arrondissement and the Vernoux-en-Vivarais canton, which are larger administrative areas.

Geography and Nature

Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias covers an area of about 8.34 square kilometers (around 3.2 square miles). The village is located at an elevation of about 696 meters (2,283 feet) above sea level. The land around it varies in height, from 492 meters (1,614 feet) to 834 meters (2,736 feet). This means the area has hills and valleys, offering great views and opportunities to explore nature.

How Many People Live Here?

According to a census from 1999, Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias had a population of 119 people. This makes it a very small and peaceful community. Living in such a small village often means everyone knows each other, and there's a strong sense of community.

Who Leads the Commune?

Like all communes, Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias has a mayor who leads the local government. The mayor is responsible for managing the village's services and representing its people. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Saint-Apollinaire-de-Rias was Michel Cimaz.

The Village Church

One of the notable buildings in the commune is its church, the Église de Saint Apollinaire de Rias. Churches are often important historical and cultural landmarks in French villages, serving as gathering places and symbols of the community's heritage.

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