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Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe
Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe is located in France
Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe
Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe
Location in France
Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe is located in Normandy
Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe
Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe
Location in Normandy
Country France
Region Normandy
Department Calvados
Arrondissement Caen
Canton Caen
Intercommunality Caen la Mer
Area
1
2.63 km2 (1.02 sq mi)
Population
 (1999)
2,531
 • Density 962.4/km2 (2,492/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
14587 /14280
Elevation 60–76 m (197–249 ft)
(avg. 50 m or 160 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe is a small town, also known as a commune, in France. It is found in the northwest part of the country. This commune is part of the Calvados department. The department is located within the region called Basse-Normandie.

About Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe

Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe is a place where people live and work. It is a small community in the French countryside. The commune has a specific area and a number of people living there.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest area of local government. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They help manage the daily life of the people living there.

Where is it Located?

Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe is in the Calvados department. This department is in the Basse-Normandie region. Basse-Normandie is in the northwest of France. It is known for its beautiful landscapes and history.

Population and Size

In 1999, about 2,531 people lived in Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe. The commune covers an area of 2.63 square kilometers. This makes it a relatively small place in terms of both people and land.

Local Leadership

The mayor of Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe is Joël Cosson. A mayor is like the leader of the town. They help make decisions for the community. Mayors work to improve the lives of the people in their commune.

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