Trévenans facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Trévenans
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Trévenans from the TGV
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 Trévenans
Location in France
Trévenans
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté | |
| Department | Territoire de Belfort | |
| Arrondissement | Belfort | |
| Canton | Châtenois-les-Forges | |
| Intercommunality | Belfortaine | |
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5.96 km2 (2.30 sq mi) | |
| Population
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1,283 | |
| • Density | 215.27/km2 (557.5/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
90097 /90400
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| Elevation | 327–422 m (1,073–1,385 ft) | |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
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Trévenans is a small town, also known as a commune, located in northeastern France. It is part of the Territoire de Belfort department and the larger Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history.
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Discovering Trévenans
Trévenans is a charming commune in the Territoire de Belfort. It is a peaceful place with a population of about 1,283 people as of January 2019. The commune covers an area of 5.96 square kilometers (about 2.3 square miles).
Where is Trévenans Located?
Trévenans is situated in the northeastern part of France. It is in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region. This region is famous for its forests, rivers, and mountains. The Territoire de Belfort department is one of the smallest departments in France.
Getting to Trévenans
You can see Trévenans from the TGV, which is France's high-speed train. This shows how well-connected the area is. The commune is located near important transport routes.
What is a Commune?
In France, a "commune" is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own local council and a mayor. They manage local services for the people living there.
How Communes Work
Communes are important for daily life. They handle things like schools, roads, and local events. They also keep records of births, deaths, and marriages. Trévenans is one of many communes in France.
Who Leads Trévenans?
Like all communes, Trévenans has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are elected by the people who live in the commune.
The Mayor of Trévenans
From 2014 to 2020, the mayor of Trévenans was Pierre Barlogis. The mayor works with a council to make decisions. These decisions help the community grow and improve.
