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Haute-Loire
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It is one of many rural departments in central France. In terms of tourism, it attracts a primarily French and family-oriented clientele. While nature is very much present in Haute-Loire, offering a range of specific activities, there is also a certain cultural heritage, notably reflected in several municipalities labeled "Most Beautiful Villages of France."
Overview of Haute-Loire
Key Facts
- Type of place: department.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
- Location:
- Local time:
- Department code: 43.
- Bordering departments:
- Prefecture: Le Puy-en-Velay.
- Sub-prefectures: Brioude, Yssingeaux.
- Number of municipalities: 257.
- Population: 226,565 inhabitants (2014).
- Area: 4,977 km².
- Density: 46 inhabitants/km².
- Highest point:
- Lowest point:
- Coastline: 0 km; no maritime access.
- Highlights (out of ): Nature ; Culture /; Relaxation-holidays
- Website: http://www.auvergnevacances.com
Climate and Weather
Tourism
It is one of many rural departments in central France. In terms of tourism, it attracts a primarily French and family-oriented clientele. While nature is very much present in Haute-Loire, offering a range of specific activities, there is also a certain cultural heritage, notably reflected in several municipalities labeled "Most Beautiful Villages of France."