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Saint-Michel, Aisne is a small town, also known as a commune, located in northern France. It's found in the Hauts-de-France region, within the Aisne department. This charming place is known for its history and quiet surroundings.

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Saint-Michel
Saint-Michel Abbey
Saint-Michel Abbey
Coat of arms of Saint-Michel
Coat of arms
Saint-Michel is located in France
Saint-Michel
Saint-Michel
Location in France
Saint-Michel is located in Hauts-de-France
Saint-Michel
Saint-Michel
Location in Hauts-de-France
Country France
Region Hauts-de-France
Department Aisne
Arrondissement Vervins
Canton Hirson
Intercommunality CC Trois Rivières
Area
1
42.2 km2 (16.3 sq mi)
Population
 (2012)
3,542
 • Density 83.93/km2 (217.39/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
02684 /02830
Elevation 172–278 m (564–912 ft)
(avg. 201 m or 659 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Discovering Saint-Michel

Saint-Michel is a commune in France. A commune is like a local government area, similar to a town or a small city. It's a way France organizes its local communities.

Where is Saint-Michel?

This commune is located in the northern part of France. It's part of the Hauts-de-France region. Within this region, it belongs to the Aisne department. The Aisne department is known for its green landscapes and historical sites.

People and Places

As of 2012, about 3,542 people lived in Saint-Michel. The commune covers an area of about 42.2 square kilometers. This makes it a place with plenty of space and natural beauty. One of its most famous landmarks is the Saint-Michel Abbey, a beautiful old building with a rich history.

Who's in Charge?

Like all communes, Saint-Michel has a mayor who leads the local government. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Thierry Verdavaine. The mayor helps manage the town and its services for the people living there. Saint-Michel is also part of a larger group of communes called the Communauté de communes des Trois Rivières. This group works together on projects that benefit several towns in the area.

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