Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie
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A general view of Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie
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 Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie
Location in France
Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Pays de la Loire | |
| Department | Vendée | |
| Arrondissement | Les Sables-d'Olonne | |
| Canton | Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez | |
| Intercommunality | Côte de Lumière | |
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10.25 km2 (3.96 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
85222 /85800
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| Elevation | 0–28 m (0–92 ft) | |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
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Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie is a lively town located in western France. It is part of the Vendée department in the Pays de la Loire region. This charming place sits right on the beautiful Côte de Lumière, also known as the "Coast of Light."
The town you see today was created in 1967. It was formed by joining two older communities. These were Saint-Gilles-sur-Vie and Croix-de-Vie. They were located on opposite sides of the estuary of the Vie River.
Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie is famous for its busy fishing harbor. It is especially known for catching lots of sardines. Since 1982, it has also been recognized as a popular seaside resort. This means it's a great spot for vacations and enjoying the beach!
Images for kids
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Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie church (1896)
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie para niños
