Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac facts for kids
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Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac
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 Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac
Location in France
Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Gironde |
| Arrondissement | Libourne |
| Canton | Le Libournais-Fronsadais |
| Intercommunality | Canton of Fronsac |
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5.49 km2 (2.12 sq mi) |
| Population
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33451 /33126
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| Elevation | 1–79 m (3.3–259.2 ft) (avg. 20 m or 66 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac is a charming small town, also known as a commune. It is located in the region called Aquitaine. This area is part of the Gironde department in the southwest of France. It's a lovely place with a rich history and beautiful scenery.
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About Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac
Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac is a commune in France. It is found in the Gironde department. This department is part of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. The town is known for its quiet, rural setting. It is close to the city of Libourne.
Where is Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac?
This commune is located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Libourne arrondissement. It also belongs to the Le Libournais-Fronsadais canton. The town sits on the right bank of the Dordogne River. This area is famous for its vineyards.
What is a Commune?
In France, a "commune" is like a local government area. It is the smallest administrative division. Think of it as a town or a village with its own local council. Each commune has a mayor who leads it. Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac is one of many communes in France.
Who is the Mayor?
The mayor of Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac is Jacques Besson. He was elected to lead the commune. The mayor helps manage the town. This includes things like local services and community projects. Mayors are important leaders in French communes.
How Big is the Town?
Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac covers an area of 5.49 square kilometers. Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, varies. The lowest point is 1 meter. The highest point is 79 meters. The average elevation is about 20 meters.
What About the People?
The number of people living in Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac changes over time. You can find the most up-to-date population numbers in the infobox at the top of this page. The people who live here are called its "population."
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A view of the town of Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac from the vineyards.
