Saint-Vaast-en-Auge facts for kids
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Saint-Vaast-en-Auge
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 Saint-Vaast-en-Auge
Location in France
Saint-Vaast-en-Auge
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Normandy | |
| Department | Calvados | |
| Arrondissement | Lisieux | |
| Canton | Dozulé | |
| Intercommunality | Pays d'Auge dozuléen | |
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2.98 km2 (1.15 sq mi) | |
| Population
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91 | |
| • Density | 30.54/km2 (79.1/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14660 /14640
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| Elevation | 64–147 m (210–482 ft) (avg. 124 m or 407 ft) |
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Saint-Vaast-en-Auge is a small commune (which is like a small town or village) located in the northwest of France. It is part of the Basse-Normandie region and the Calvados department. This charming place is known for its quiet countryside and traditional French feel.
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Where is Saint-Vaast-en-Auge?
Saint-Vaast-en-Auge is found in the Calvados department, which is in the Basse-Normandie region of France. This area is famous for its beautiful landscapes, including green fields and apple orchards. It is also close to the coast, offering lovely views of the English Channel.
Location Details
The commune is part of the Lisieux arrondissement and the Dozulé canton. These are ways that France organizes its local areas for government and services. Saint-Vaast-en-Auge is a very small community, with a population of about 91 people as of 1999.
Geography of the Commune
Saint-Vaast-en-Auge covers an area of 2.98 square kilometers (about 1.15 square miles). The land here has different heights, ranging from 64 meters (210 feet) to 147 meters (482 feet) above sea level. The average height is around 124 meters (407 feet). This varied landscape adds to the beauty of the area.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Saint-Vaast-en-Auge has a mayor who leads the local government. The mayor helps manage the daily life of the commune, including local services and community projects. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Claude Louis. The commune also works with other nearby towns through an organization called "Pays d'Auge dozuléen" to share resources and services.
Images for kids
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The church in Saint-Vaast-en-Auge, a historic building in the commune.
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The coat of arms for Saint-Vaast-en-Auge.
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Vaast-en-Auge para niños
