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Simorre
Commune
The church in Simorre
The church in Simorre
Coat of arms of Simorre
Coat of arms
Simorre is located in France
Simorre
Simorre
Location in France
Simorre is located in Occitanie
Simorre
Simorre
Location in Occitanie
Country France
Region Occitanie
Department Gers
Arrondissement Auch
Canton Val de Save
Intercommunality Coteaux de Gimone
Area
1
 35.85 km2 (13.84 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2021)
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Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
32433 /32420
Elevation 182–321 m (597–1,053 ft)
(avg. 180 m or 590 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Simorre is a small town, also known as a commune, located in southwestern France. It is part of the Gers department. Think of a commune as a local area with its own government, similar to a small city or town.

Where is Simorre?

Simorre is found in the Gers department. This department is in the Occitanie region of France. It is known for its beautiful countryside and quiet towns.

Simorre's Location Details

Simorre is part of the Auch arrondissement. An arrondissement is like a district within a department. It also belongs to the Val de Save canton. Cantons are smaller areas used for elections.

The town is about 180 meters (590 feet) above sea level. Its highest point is 321 meters (1,053 feet). The lowest point is 182 meters (597 feet). Simorre covers an area of about 35.85 square kilometers (13.84 square miles).

Map commune FR insee code 32433
Simorre and its surrounding communes

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It is like a municipality or a town. Each commune has a mayor and a local council. They manage things like local roads, schools, and public services. Simorre is one of many communes in France.

Who Leads Simorre?

The mayor of Simorre is Claude Silberzahn. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are elected by the people living in the commune. The mayor helps make decisions for the town.

Images for kids

  • Fortified church in Simorre

    The historic church in Simorre

  • Blason ville fr Simorre (Gers)

    The coat of arms for Simorre

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