Valdoule
Valdoule | |
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Location of Valdoule  | |
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| Coordinates: 44°28′08″N 5°30′50″E / 44.469°N 5.514°E | |
| Country | France |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur |
| Department | Hautes-Alpes |
| Arrondissement | Gap |
| Canton | Serres |
| Intercommunality | CC du Sisteronais-Buëch |
| Government | |
| • Mayor (2020–2026) | Gérard Tenoux[1] |
Area 1 | 58.51 km2 (22.59 sq mi) |
| Population (2021)[2] | 213 |
| • Density | 3.6/km2 (9.4/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code | 05024 /05150 |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Valdoule (French pronunciation: [valdul]) is a commune in the department of Hautes-Alpes, southeastern France. The municipality was established on 1 July 2017 by merger of the former communes of Bruis (the seat), Montmorin and Sainte-Marie.[3]
Geographical Location
Situated in the Baronnies region, Valdoule lies west of Gap and north of Serres. The commune shares a border with the Drôme department and the commune of La Charce.
Historical Context
The creation of Valdoule aimed to streamline local administration and enhance communal services by uniting Bruis, Montmorin, and Sainte-Marie into a single entity.
Demographics
As of 2017, Valdoule had a population of 214 residents, resulting in a low population density of approximately 3.64 inhabitants per square kilometer.
Natural Features
The commune is traversed by the Oule River, a 32.7 km watercourse originating in Montmorin and flowing into the Eygues River at Rémuzat.
Climate
Valdoule experiences a Mediterranean-influenced climate, characterized by mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. The region's elevation contributes to temperature variations and occasional snowfall during winter months.
Tourism and Heritage
Valdoule offers several points of interest:
- Montmorin Village: This perched village features recently renovated "pas d’âne" stepped pathways, leading visitors through its charming streets. Sisteron Buech
- Bruis Tower: A medieval dungeon situated on a narrow plateau covered with broom, accessible via a hiking trail. Sisteron Buech
- Sainte-Marie's Seigneurial Residence: A notable manor house with a distinctive tower, reflecting the area's historical architecture. Sisteron Buech
The commune is also known for its natural beauty, including walnut groves and the scenic Gorges des Archettes
See also
References
- ^ "Répertoire national des élus: les maires" (in French). data.gouv.fr, Plateforme ouverte des données publiques françaises. 13 September 2022.
- ^ "Populations légales 2021" (in French). The National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies. 28 December 2023.
- ^ Arrêté préfectoral 24 March 2017 (in French)
