Saint-Brice, Gironde facts for kids
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Saint-Brice
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 Saint-Brice
Location in France
Saint-Brice
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Gironde |
| Arrondissement | Langon |
| Canton | Sauveterre-de-Guyenne |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Sauveterre-de-Guyenne |
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5.76 km2 (2.22 sq mi) |
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307 |
| • Density | 53.30/km2 (138.0/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33379 /33540
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| Elevation | 48–102 m (157–335 ft) (avg. 66 m or 217 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Brice is a small and charming commune located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Gironde department, which is found within the region of Aquitaine. A commune is like a local town or village area, with its own local government.
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Discover Saint-Brice
Saint-Brice is a quiet place in the French countryside. It offers a glimpse into traditional French village life. The area is known for its beautiful landscapes.
Where is Saint-Brice?
Saint-Brice is located in the Gironde department. This department is famous for its vineyards. The village is situated in the Aquitaine region. This region is in the southwestern part of France.
The village sits at an elevation of about 66 meters (216 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 48 meters (157 feet). The highest point reaches 102 meters (335 feet). This means it has some gentle hills. The total area of Saint-Brice is about 5.76 square kilometers (2.22 square miles).
Life in Saint-Brice
As of 2008, Saint-Brice had a population of 307 people. This makes it a very small community. Life here is often peaceful and connected to nature. Many small French communes like Saint-Brice focus on farming. They also enjoy the quiet rural environment.
Who Leads Saint-Brice?
Like all communes in France, Saint-Brice has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are responsible for managing the town's services. These services include things like local roads and public spaces. From 2008 to 2014, Serge Duru was the mayor of Saint-Brice. Mayors are elected by the people living in the commune. They help make decisions for their community.
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Brice (Gironda) para niños
