Tresses facts for kids
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Tresses
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Château la Séguinie
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Country | France | |
Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
Department | Gironde | |
Arrondissement | Bordeaux | |
Canton | Floirac | |
Intercommunality | Coteaux Bordelais | |
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11.54 km2 (4.46 sq mi) | |
Population
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4,027 | |
• Density | 348.96/km2 (903.8/sq mi) | |
Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
INSEE/Postal code |
33535 /33370
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Elevation | 27–88 m (89–289 ft) (avg. 75 m or 246 ft) |
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1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. |
Tresses is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Gironde department, which is in the region called Aquitaine.
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Discover Tresses: A French Town
Tresses is a commune, which is like a local area or town in France. It is found in the beautiful region of Aquitaine. This area is known for its lovely landscapes.
Where is Tresses Located?
Tresses is situated in the Gironde department. This department is in the southwest part of France. Its exact location is at about 44.8 degrees North and 0.4 degrees West.
The town sits at an elevation of about 75 meters (246 feet) above sea level. The lowest point in Tresses is 27 meters (88 feet). The highest point is 88 meters (288 feet).
How Big is Tresses?
Tresses covers an area of about 11.54 square kilometers (4.46 square miles). In 2008, the town had a population of 4,027 people. This means it is a fairly small community.
Who Leads Tresses?
Like all towns, Tresses has a leader. This leader is called a mayor. The mayor helps run the town and make decisions for its people. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Tresses was Christian Soubie.
The town is also part of a larger group called an "intercommunality." For Tresses, this group is called Coteaux Bordelais. These groups help different towns work together on common projects.