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Harbor
Harbor
Coat of arms of Sausset-les-Pins
Coat of arms
Sausset-les-Pins is located in France
Sausset-les-Pins
Sausset-les-Pins
Location in France
Sausset-les-Pins is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Sausset-les-Pins
Sausset-les-Pins
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Country France
Region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Department Bouches-du-Rhône
Arrondissement Istres
Canton Marignane
Intercommunality Aix-Marseille-Provence
Area
1
12.1 km2 (4.7 sq mi)
Population
 (2008)
7,333
 • Density 606.0/km2 (1,570/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
13104 /13960
Elevation 0–176 m (0–577 ft)
(avg. 10 m or 33 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Sausset-les-Pins is a lovely town located in the south of France. It is known as a "commune," which is like a local government area. In 2006, about 7,278 people lived there.

Sausset-les-Pins is part of the region called Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. It is also in the Bouches-du-Rhône department. This area is famous for its beautiful Mediterranean coast.

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Sausset-les-Pins is a charming place by the sea. It offers a mix of natural beauty and a friendly community. The town is a popular spot for both residents and visitors.

Where is Sausset-les-Pins Located?

This commune is situated on the southern coast of France. It is in the Bouches-du-Rhône department. This department is part of the larger Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. The town sits right on the Mediterranean Sea.

What is a French Commune?

A "commune" in France is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a city or town with its own local council. Each commune has a mayor who leads the local government. The mayor helps manage daily life for the people living there. Sausset-les-Pins is one of many communes in France.

Quick Facts About Sausset-les-Pins

  • Population: In 2008, about 7,333 people lived in Sausset-les-Pins.
  • Area: The town covers an area of 12.1 square kilometers.
  • Elevation: The average height above sea level is 10 meters. The lowest point is 0 meters (at the sea), and the highest is 176 meters.
  • Postal Code: The postal code for Sausset-les-Pins is 13960.
  • Mayor: The mayor from 2008 to 2014 was Éric Diard. The mayor helps run the town.

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