Saint-Christoly-Médoc facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Christoly-Médoc
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 Saint-Christoly-Médoc
Location in France
Saint-Christoly-Médoc
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Gironde |
| Arrondissement | Lesparre-Médoc |
| Canton | Le Nord-Médoc |
| Intercommunality | Cœur du Médoc |
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7.55 km2 (2.92 sq mi) |
| Population
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33383 /33340
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| Elevation | 1–16 m (3.3–52.5 ft) (avg. 6 m or 20 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Christoly-Médoc is a small town, or "commune," located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Gironde department, which is in the Aquitaine region. Think of a commune as a local government area, similar to a small town or village with its own local leaders.
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About Saint-Christoly-Médoc
Saint-Christoly-Médoc is a quiet place in the famous Médoc area. This region is well-known for its beautiful vineyards and delicious wines. The commune is a peaceful spot where people live and work.
Where is Saint-Christoly-Médoc?
This commune is found in the Gironde department. This department is part of the larger Aquitaine region. It is located in the southwest part of France, close to the Atlantic coast.
Location Details
Saint-Christoly-Médoc sits at an average height of about 6 meters (around 20 feet) above sea level. The lowest point in the commune is 1 meter (about 3 feet) high, and the highest point is 16 meters (about 52 feet) high. The total area of the commune is 7.55 square kilometers (about 2.9 square miles).
Who Lives in Saint-Christoly-Médoc?
The number of people living in Saint-Christoly-Médoc changes over time. You can find the most up-to-date population numbers in the information box at the top of this page. These numbers are collected by official groups in France.
Who Leads Saint-Christoly-Médoc?
Like all communes in France, Saint-Christoly-Médoc has a mayor. The mayor is the main leader of the town. They are elected by the people who live there. The mayor helps manage the town's services and makes decisions for the community.
The Mayor's Role
The mayor works with a local council to make sure the town runs smoothly. They handle things like local services, town planning, and representing the people of Saint-Christoly-Médoc. The current mayor is Sylvie Moriau. She was elected to serve from 2008 to 2014.
Local Government
Saint-Christoly-Médoc is part of a larger group of communes called "Cœur du Médoc." This group works together on projects that benefit all the towns in the area. This helps them share resources and improve life for everyone.
