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Saint-Romain-en-Viennois
View of Saint-Romain-en-Viennois
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Coat of arms of Saint-Romain-en-Viennois
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Saint-Romain-en-Viennois is located in France
Saint-Romain-en-Viennois
Saint-Romain-en-Viennois
Location in France
Saint-Romain-en-Viennois is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Saint-Romain-en-Viennois
Saint-Romain-en-Viennois
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Country France
Region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Department Vaucluse
Arrondissement Carpentras
Canton Vaison-la-Romaine
Intercommunality Pays Voconces
Area
1
9 km2 (3 sq mi)
Population
 (1999)
730
 • Density 81/km2 (210/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
84116 /84110
Elevation 219–447 m (719–1,467 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Saint-Romain-en-Viennois is a small and charming commune in the south of France. A commune is like a local town or village area with its own government. This peaceful place is found in the beautiful Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, within the Vaucluse department. It's a quiet spot, home to about 730 people, surrounded by lovely French countryside.

Exploring Saint-Romain-en-Viennois

Saint-Romain-en-Viennois is a typical French village, known for its calm atmosphere. It covers an area of about 9 square kilometers (around 3.5 square miles). The land here varies in height, from 219 meters (718 feet) to 447 meters (1,467 feet) above sea level. This means you can find both lower areas and higher spots with nice views.

Location in France

The commune is located in the southeastern part of France. It's part of the Vaucluse department, which is famous for its sunny weather and lavender fields. The nearest larger town is Vaison-la-Romaine, which is also the main area (canton) that Saint-Romain-en-Viennois belongs to. This region is well-known for its history and beautiful landscapes.

Life in the Commune

Life in Saint-Romain-en-Viennois is generally quiet and connected to nature. Many people enjoy the peaceful surroundings and the traditional French way of life. The area is likely surrounded by vineyards or olive groves, which are common in the Provence region. It's a great place for outdoor activities like walking or cycling.

Local Government

Like all communes in France, Saint-Romain-en-Viennois has its own local government. This government helps manage local services and make decisions for the community. The head of the local government is called the mayor. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Saint-Romain-en-Viennois was Augustin Bernard. The mayor and the local council work to improve the lives of the people living in the commune.

Working Together

Saint-Romain-en-Viennois is also part of a larger group called an "intercommunality." For this commune, it's called "Pays Voconces." This means that Saint-Romain-en-Viennois works together with other nearby communes on shared projects. These projects might include things like waste management, public transport, or economic development for the whole area. Working together helps small communities share resources and get more done.

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