Saint-Martin-le-Vieil facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Martin-le-Vieil
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A general view of Saint-Martin-le-Vieil
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 Saint-Martin-le-Vieil
Location in France
Saint-Martin-le-Vieil
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Occitanie | |
| Department | Aude | |
| Arrondissement | Carcassonne | |
| Canton | La Malepère à la Montagne Noire | |
| Intercommunality | Cabardès-Canal du Midi | |
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13.25 km2 (5.12 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2021)
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
11357 /11170
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| Elevation | 130–306 m (427–1,004 ft) (avg. 125 m or 410 ft) |
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Saint-Martin-le-Vieil is a small commune in the south of France. A commune is like a local town or village area. In 2017, about 226 people lived there.
This commune is located in the Occitanie region. It is part of the Aude department. The Aude department is known for its beautiful landscapes and history.
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Where is Saint-Martin-le-Vieil?
Saint-Martin-le-Vieil is in the southern part of France. It is found in the Aude department. This area is known for its sunny weather. It is also close to the Pyrenees mountains.
The commune is part of the Carcassonne arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of administrative area in France. It helps organize local government.
Geography and Landscape
The land in Saint-Martin-le-Vieil varies in height. The lowest point is 130 meters above sea level. The highest point reaches 306 meters. The average height is around 125 meters.
The total area of the commune is 13.25 square kilometers. This makes it a relatively small area. The landscape often includes hills and green spaces.
Local Government
Like all French communes, Saint-Martin-le-Vieil has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. From 2008 to 2014, Max Koenig was the mayor. The mayor helps manage the daily life of the commune.
The commune is also part of an "intercommunality" group. This group is called Cabardès-Canal du Midi. Intercommunality means that several communes work together. They share services like waste collection or public transport. This helps them manage resources better.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest administrative division. It can be a big city or a tiny village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They make decisions for the people living there.
See also
- In Spanish: Saint-Martin-le-Vieil para niños
