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Saint-Lyé
Saint-Lyé, mairie.jpg
Coat of arms of Saint-Lyé
Coat of arms
Saint-Lyé is located in France
Saint-Lyé
Saint-Lyé
Location in France
Saint-Lyé is located in Grand Est
Saint-Lyé
Saint-Lyé
Location in Grand Est
Country France
Region Grand Est
Department Aube
Arrondissement Troyes
Canton Saint-Lyé
Intercommunality Troyes Champagne Métropole
Area
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32.7 km2 (12.6 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2021)
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Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
10349 /10180
Elevation 92–212 m (302–696 ft)
(avg. 101 m or 331 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Saint-Lyé is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the north-central part of France. It is part of the Aube département, which is like a county or administrative area in France.

What is a Commune?

A commune is the smallest type of administrative area in France. Think of it like a local town or village that has its own local government. Saint-Lyé is one of these communes.

Where is Saint-Lyé Located?

Saint-Lyé is found in the Aube département. This area is in the Grand Est region of France. It's located north of the city of Troyes.

Quick Facts About Saint-Lyé

  • Area: Saint-Lyé covers about 32.7 square kilometers.
  • Elevation: The land in Saint-Lyé is generally around 101 meters (about 331 feet) above sea level. Some parts are lower, at 92 meters, and some are higher, reaching 212 meters.
  • Population: The number of people living in Saint-Lyé changes over time. You can find the most recent population count in the infobox at the top of this page.

Local Government

Like all communes in France, Saint-Lyé has its own local government.

The Mayor of Saint-Lyé

The head of the local government in a commune is called the mayor. The mayor helps manage the town and make decisions for its residents. For a period, Marcel Spilmann served as the mayor of Saint-Lyé.

Working Together: Intercommunality

Saint-Lyé is also part of a larger group called "Troyes Champagne Métropole." This means that Saint-Lyé works together with other nearby towns and cities. They cooperate on things like public transport, waste management, and economic development. This helps all the communities in the area.

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