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Sentheim
The town hall of Sentheim
The town hall of Sentheim
Coat of arms of Sentheim
Coat of arms
Sentheim is located in France
Sentheim
Sentheim
Location in France
Sentheim is located in Grand Est
Sentheim
Sentheim
Location in Grand Est
Country France
Region Grand Est
Department Haut-Rhin
Arrondissement Thann-Guebwiller
Canton Masevaux
Intercommunality Vallée de la Doller et du Soultzbach
Area
1
6.18 km2 (2.39 sq mi)
Population
 (2006)
1,495
 • Density 241.91/km2 (626.5/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
68304 /68780
Elevation 343–456 m (1,125–1,496 ft)
(avg. 360 m or 1,180 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Sentheim is a small and friendly commune, which is like a town or village, located in eastern France. It's part of the Haut-Rhin department, a region known for its beautiful landscapes. Sentheim is a quiet place where people live and work, surrounded by nature.

About Sentheim

Sentheim is a commune, which means it's a local government area in France. It's a place where people live together and share services. The town is located in the Alsace region, which is famous for its unique culture and history.

Where is Sentheim?

Sentheim is found in the eastern part of France. It's in the Haut-Rhin department. This area is known for its green hills and valleys. The town is situated at an elevation of about 360 meters (1,180 feet) above sea level. It covers an area of 6.18 square kilometers (2.39 square miles).

People in Sentheim

According to information from 2006, about 1,495 people lived in Sentheim. The people who live in a commune are called its population. The population of a town can change over time as families grow or move.

Who is the Mayor?

Every commune in France has a mayor. The mayor is like the leader of the town. They help make decisions for the community. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Sentheim was Guy Jordy. The mayor works with a local council to manage the town. They look after things like local services and town planning.

What is a Department?

A department is a way France divides its land. It's like a county or a state in other countries. Sentheim is in the Haut-Rhin department. This helps organize local government and services.

See also

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