Saint-Louis, Haut-Rhin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Louis
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Former town hall of Saint-Louis
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 Saint-Louis
Location in France
Saint-Louis
Location in Grand Est
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Grand Est | |
| Department | Haut-Rhin | |
| Arrondissement | Mulhouse | |
| Canton | Saint-Louis | |
| Intercommunality | Trois Frontières | |
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16.85 km2 (6.51 sq mi) | |
| Population
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19,990 | |
| • Density | 1,186.4/km2 (3,072.6/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
68297 /68300
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| Dialling codes | 0389, +41 61 | |
| Elevation | 237–278 m (778–912 ft) | |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Saint-Louis is a town, also called a commune, located in France. It is part of the Haut-Rhin department. In 2015, about 20,401 people lived there. The people who live in Saint-Louis are called Ludoviciens.
This town is very special because it is right on the borders of both Germany and Switzerland. It is located just north of a big Swiss city called Basel. Saint-Louis is also home to the EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg. The commune of Saint-Louis includes two older villages, Bourgfelden and Neuweg.
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About Saint-Louis
Saint-Louis is a lively town in the eastern part of France. It is known for its unique location at the meeting point of three countries. This makes it an important place for travel and business.
Location and Borders
Saint-Louis is in the Alsace region of France. It shares its borders with Germany to the east and Switzerland to the south. The nearby city of Basel in Switzerland is very close. This border location means that many people travel between Saint-Louis and its neighboring countries every day.
The EuroAirport
One of the most important features of Saint-Louis is the EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg. This airport is unusual because it is managed by three countries: France, Switzerland, and Germany. It serves as a major hub for flights in the region. Many people from all three countries use this airport for their travels.
People of Saint-Louis
The people living in Saint-Louis are called Ludoviciens. The town has grown over the years, with more and more people choosing to live there. Its location near major cities and borders makes it an attractive place for many families and workers. The town is a mix of French culture with influences from its German and Swiss neighbors.
Images for kids
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Avenue de Bâle
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Swiss International Air Lines head office at EuroAirport
See also
You can also learn more about Saint-Louis in Spanish: Saint-Louis (Alto Rin) para niños
