Zellenberg facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Zellenberg
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An aerial view of Zellenberg
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 Zellenberg
Location in France
Zellenberg
Location in Grand Est
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Grand Est | |
| Department | Haut-Rhin | |
| Arrondissement | Colmar-Ribeauvillé | |
| Canton | Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines | |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Ribeauvillé | |
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4.96 km2 (1.92 sq mi) | |
| Population
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320 | |
| • Density | 64.5/km2 (167.1/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Zellenbergeois, Zellenbergeoises | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
68383 /68340
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| Elevation | 183–374 m (600–1,227 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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Zellenberg is a small town, also known as a commune, located in eastern France. It is found in the Haut-Rhin department, which is a part of the Alsace region.
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About Zellenberg
Zellenberg is a quiet place with a population of about 320 people as of January 2019. It covers an area of 4.96 square kilometers (about 1.9 square miles). The town is nestled in a beautiful area, with its lowest point at 183 meters (600 feet) above sea level and its highest point reaching 374 meters (1,227 feet).
What is a Commune?
In France, a "commune" is the smallest type of administrative area. Think of it like a local town or village. Each commune has its own mayor and local government that manages things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there. Zellenberg is one of many communes in France.
Location in France
Zellenberg is located in the Haut-Rhin department. This department is in the eastern part of France, close to the border with Germany. The region of Alsace, where Zellenberg is found, is known for its beautiful landscapes, charming villages, and vineyards.
History of Zellenberg
Like many places in Europe, Zellenberg has a long history. During World War II, the area saw some fighting. For example, in December 1944, American soldiers were in Zellenberg. They used special weapons called 4.2-inch mortars to target German forces in a nearby town called Mittelwihr. This shows that even small towns like Zellenberg played a part in major historical events.
Images for kids
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An aerial view of Zellenberg
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The coat of arms for Zellenberg
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Company D, 83rd Chemical Bn, in Zellenberg. They are targeting Germans in nearby Mittelwihr with their 4.2 inch mortars, 9 December 1944.
See also
In Spanish: Zellenberg para niños
