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Wolschwiller
The town hall in Wolschwiller
The town hall in Wolschwiller
Coat of arms of Wolschwiller
Coat of arms
Wolschwiller is located in France
Wolschwiller
Wolschwiller
Location in France
Wolschwiller is located in Grand Est
Wolschwiller
Wolschwiller
Location in Grand Est
Country France
Region Grand Est
Department Haut-Rhin
Arrondissement Altkirch
Canton Altkirch
Intercommunality Sundgau
Area
1
10.14 km2 (3.92 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2019)
443
 • Density 43.69/km2 (113.15/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
68380 /68480
Elevation 400–831 m (1,312–2,726 ft)
(avg. 440 m or 1,440 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Wolschwiller is a small and charming commune, which is like a local town or village area, located in eastern France. It is part of the Haut-Rhin department, a region known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history. Wolschwiller is a peaceful place where about 443 people lived in January 2019.

Where is Wolschwiller?

Wolschwiller is found in the Alsace region of France. This area is in the northeastern part of the country. It is close to the borders with Germany and Switzerland. The commune is part of the Altkirch arrondissement and the Altkirch canton. These are ways France organizes its local areas.

Geography and Nature

The land around Wolschwiller is quite varied. The commune sits at an elevation of about 440 meters (1,444 feet) above sea level. However, the lowest points are around 400 meters (1,312 feet). The highest points can reach up to 831 meters (2,726 feet). This means there are hills and valleys, making for interesting natural scenery. The total area of Wolschwiller is 10.14 square kilometers (3.92 square miles).

How Wolschwiller is Governed

Like all communes in France, Wolschwiller has a local government. This government helps manage the daily life of the town.

The Mayor

The leader of the commune is called the Mayor. From 2014 to 2020, the mayor of Wolschwiller was André Linder. The mayor is responsible for many things. These include local services and making decisions for the community.

Working with Other Towns

Wolschwiller is also part of a group of communes called the Sundgau. This is an "intercommunality," which means different communes work together. They share resources and services. This helps them manage things like waste collection or public transport more efficiently.

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