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Villars-sur-Var
The church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste
The church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Coat of arms of Villars-sur-Var
Coat of arms
Villars-sur-Var is located in France
Villars-sur-Var
Villars-sur-Var
Location in France
Villars-sur-Var is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Villars-sur-Var
Villars-sur-Var
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Country France
Region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Department Alpes-Maritimes
Arrondissement Nice
Canton Vence
Intercommunality Vallées d'Azur
Area
1
25.27 km2 (9.76 sq mi)
Population
 (2008)
646
 • Density 25.564/km2 (66.21/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
06158 /06710
Elevation 239–1,803 m (784–5,915 ft)
(avg. 410 m or 1,350 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Villars-sur-Var is a small town, also called a commune, located in the south of France. It is part of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region and the Alpes-Maritimes department. It's a beautiful place nestled in the mountains.

Where is Villars-sur-Var Located?

Villars-sur-Var is found in the southeastern part of France. It is in the Alpes-Maritimes department. This area is known for its stunning natural beauty. It has both mountains and is close to the Mediterranean Sea.

How High is Villars-sur-Var?

The main part of Villars-sur-Var is about 410 meters (about 1,345 feet) above sea level. However, the land within the commune varies a lot. It goes from a low point of 239 meters (784 feet) to a high point of 1,803 meters (5,915 feet). This means it has both valleys and tall mountain areas.

Who Lives in Villars-sur-Var?

In 2008, about 646 people lived in Villars-sur-Var. This makes it a small community. People who live in a commune are called its residents. They contribute to the local life and culture.

Who is in Charge of Villars-sur-Var?

Like all communes in France, Villars-sur-Var has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They help manage the town's services and represent its people. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Edgar Malaussena.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It's like a town or a village with its own local council and mayor. Communes manage things like local roads, schools, and public services. There are thousands of communes all over France.

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