Veynes facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Veynes
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 Veynes
Location in France
Veynes
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Hautes-Alpes | |
| Arrondissement | Gap | |
| Canton | Veynes | |
| Intercommunality | Deux Buëch | |
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42.6 km2 (16.4 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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3,216 | |
| • Density | 75.49/km2 (195.53/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
05179 /05400
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| Elevation | 771–1,815 m (2,530–5,955 ft) (avg. 814 m or 2,671 ft) |
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Veynes is a small town, also called a commune, in the Hautes-Alpes department in France. It is located in the southeastern part of the country. Veynes is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and its important role as a transport hub.
People Living in Veynes
The number of people living in a place is called its population. In January 2019, about 3,216 people lived in Veynes. This number helps us understand the size of the town.
Getting Around Veynes
Veynes is easy to reach and has good ways to travel.
Roads
Several roads pass through Veynes. These include the D20, D48, D320, D348, D648, D937E, D994, and D994B. These roads connect Veynes to other towns and cities. They are important for people traveling by car.
Train Station
Veynes also has its own train station. It is called Gare de Veynes. This station makes it simple for people to travel by train. It connects Veynes to the wider rail network.
See also
In Spanish: Veynes para niños
