kids encyclopedia robot

Salles, Gironde facts for kids

Kids Encyclopedia Facts
Quick facts for kids
Salles
Église Saint-Pierre (Salles, Gironde)jpg.jpg
Coat of arms of Salles
Coat of arms
Salles is located in France
Salles
Salles
Location in France
Salles is located in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Salles
Salles
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Country France
Region Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Department Gironde
Arrondissement Arcachon
Canton Les Landes des Graves
Intercommunality Val de l'Eyre
Area
1
137.98 km2 (53.27 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2021)
Lua error in Module:Wd at line 1,575: attempt to index field 'wikibase' (a nil value).
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
33498 /33770
Elevation 7–76 m (23–249 ft)
(avg. 41.5 m or 136 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Salles is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Gironde department and the Aquitaine region. Salles is a quiet place where people live and work, just like many towns around the world.

Discover Salles, a French Town

Salles is a charming commune in France. A commune is like a local government area. It is the smallest division in France. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They help manage the town and its services.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is a basic local government unit. It is similar to a city, town, or village. Each commune has a mayor who leads it. The mayor and a council make decisions for the people living there. They handle things like schools, roads, and local events.

Where is Salles Located?

Salles is found in the Gironde department. A department is like a county or a larger administrative area. The Gironde department is in the Aquitaine region. Regions are even larger areas, similar to states or provinces. Aquitaine is in the southwest part of France. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes. It has forests, rivers, and the Atlantic coast nearby.

Life in Salles

Salles is a peaceful place. It has a mix of nature and local life. The town is surrounded by the Landes de Gascogne Regional Natural Park. This park is famous for its pine forests. People in Salles enjoy a calm lifestyle. They are close to nature. The town also has local shops and services. It is a good example of a typical French commune.

kids search engine
Salles, Gironde Facts for Kids. Kiddle Encyclopedia.