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Saint-Laurent-Bretagne
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Saint-Laurent-Bretagne is located in France
Saint-Laurent-Bretagne
Saint-Laurent-Bretagne
Location in France
Saint-Laurent-Bretagne is located in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Saint-Laurent-Bretagne
Saint-Laurent-Bretagne
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Country France
Region Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Department Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Arrondissement Pau
Canton Pays de Morlaàs et du Montanérès
Intercommunality Nord Est Béarn
Area
1
10.59 km2 (4.09 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2021)
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Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
64488 /64160
Elevation 249–346 m (817–1,135 ft)
(avg. 331 m or 1,086 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Saint-Laurent-Bretagne is a small town or village, known as a commune, located in the southwestern part of France. It is part of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département, which is like a county or administrative area in France.

Discovering Saint-Laurent-Bretagne

Saint-Laurent-Bretagne is a quiet place in the French countryside. It's known for its peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty.

Where is Saint-Laurent-Bretagne Located?

This commune is found in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. This area is in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. It's close to the Pyrenees mountains, which form a natural border between France and Spain.

  • Coordinates: The village is located at about 43.384 degrees North and 0.198 degrees West. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
  • Elevation: The land in Saint-Laurent-Bretagne is generally hilly. Its highest point is around 346 meters (about 1,135 feet) above sea level, and its lowest point is about 249 meters (about 817 feet).
  • Area: The total area of the commune is about 10.59 square kilometers (about 4.09 square miles). This is a relatively small area, typical for many French communes.

What is a French Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a town or a village with its own local council. Each commune has a mayor and a town hall, which is called a mairie.

  • Local Life: Communes are important for daily life. They manage local services like schools, roads, and public spaces.
  • Population: The number of people living in Saint-Laurent-Bretagne changes over time. You can find the most recent population count in the information box at the top of this page.

Who Leads Saint-Laurent-Bretagne?

Like all communes, Saint-Laurent-Bretagne has a mayor who leads the local government.

  • Current Mayor: The mayor of Saint-Laurent-Bretagne is Benoît Mariné.
  • Role of the Mayor: The mayor is elected by the people living in the commune. They are responsible for making decisions that help the community, managing the budget, and representing the commune. Mayor Mariné's current term is from 2020 to 2026.

How Does the Commune Connect with Others?

Saint-Laurent-Bretagne is part of a larger group of communes called Nord Est Béarn. This group works together on bigger projects that benefit several communes, like waste management or economic development.

See also

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