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Blason de la ville de Simiane-Collongue (13)
The coat of arms of Simiane-Collongue

Simiane-Collongue is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the south of France. In 2005, about 5,570 people lived there. It is part of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region and the Bouches-du-Rhône department.

What is a French Commune?

In France, a commune is like a local government area, similar to a town or a small city. It's the smallest way that France is divided up for local management. Each commune has a mayor and a town council that help run things for the people living there.

Simiane-Collongue's Location

Simiane-Collongue is found in a beautiful part of southern France. This area is known for its sunny weather and lovely landscapes.

The Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region

Simiane-Collongue is part of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. A region is a larger area, like a state or province in other countries. This region is famous for its lavender fields, the French Riviera, and historical cities.

The Bouches-du-Rhône Department

Within the region, Simiane-Collongue is in the Bouches-du-Rhône department. A department is a smaller division within a region, similar to a county. The Bouches-du-Rhône department is known for its connection to the Mediterranean Sea and its main city, Marseille.

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