Saint-Germain-de-Grave facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Germain-de-Grave
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 Saint-Germain-de-Grave
Location in France
Saint-Germain-de-Grave
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Gironde | |
| Arrondissement | Langon | |
| Canton | L'Entre-Deux-Mers | |
| Intercommunality | Coteaux Macariens | |
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6.16 km2 (2.38 sq mi) | |
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33411 /33490
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| Elevation | 37–119 m (121–390 ft) (avg. 107 m or 351 ft) |
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Saint-Germain-de-Grave is a small town, known as a commune, in the southwest of France. It is part of the Gironde department, which is in the region called Aquitaine. This charming area is known for its beautiful countryside.
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About Saint-Germain-de-Grave
Saint-Germain-de-Grave is a quiet place. It is a great example of a typical French village. People here enjoy a peaceful way of life. The village is surrounded by nature and green spaces.
Where is Saint-Germain-de-Grave?
This commune is located in the Gironde department. Gironde is one of the largest departments in France. It is famous for its vineyards and the city of Bordeaux. Saint-Germain-de-Grave is found in the southwestern part of France. This area is known for its warm climate.
Who Runs the Town?
Like all towns in France, Saint-Germain-de-Grave has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They help make decisions for the town. The mayor of Saint-Germain-de-Grave is Xavier Dumartin. He works to make the town a good place to live.
The town is also part of something called an "intercommunality." This means it works with nearby towns. They share services and projects. This helps all the towns in the area grow and improve together. Saint-Germain-de-Grave is part of the Coteaux Macariens intercommunality.
What is a Commune?
In France, a "commune" is the smallest unit of local government. It is like a town or a village. Every part of France belongs to a commune. Communes have their own local council. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services.
What is a Department?
A "department" is a larger area than a commune. It is like a county in some other countries. France has many departments. Gironde is one of them. Departments help manage public services. These include things like fire departments and social services.
What is a Region?
A "region" is an even larger area. It is made up of several departments. Aquitaine is the region where Saint-Germain-de-Grave is located. Regions help with things like economic development and public transport.
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The town hall (Mairie) of Saint-Germain-de-Grave.
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Germain-de-Grave para niños
