Wolfgantzen facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Wolfgantzen
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The town hall in Wolfgantzen
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 Wolfgantzen
Location in France
Wolfgantzen
Location in Grand Est
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Grand Est | |
| Department | Haut-Rhin | |
| Arrondissement | Colmar-Ribeauvillé | |
| Canton | Ensisheim | |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Brisach | |
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9.38 km2 (3.62 sq mi) | |
| Population
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1,036 | |
| • Density | 110.45/km2 (286.06/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
68379 /68600
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| Elevation | 191–197 m (627–646 ft) (avg. 193 m or 633 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. | ||
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Wolfgantzen is a small town, also called a commune, located in eastern France. It is part of the Haut-Rhin department, which is like a county or region.
About Wolfgantzen
Wolfgantzen is a quiet place in the French countryside. It is known for its peaceful atmosphere. The town hall, or Mairie, is an important building where local decisions are made.
Where is Wolfgantzen?
Wolfgantzen is found in the Haut-Rhin department. This area is in the eastern part of France. It is close to the border with Germany. The town is part of the Colmar-Ribeauvillé area.
People and Area
As of January 2019, about 1,036 people lived in Wolfgantzen. This makes it a small community. The town covers an area of 9.38 square kilometers. That's about 3.6 square miles. The land here is mostly flat, with elevations between 191 and 197 meters above sea level.
Who Runs the Town?
Like many towns, Wolfgantzen has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. From 2014 to 2020, the mayor of Wolfgantzen was François Koeberle. The mayor helps manage the town's services and represents its people. Wolfgantzen is also part of a larger group of towns called the "Pays de Brisach." This group works together on common projects.
