# Saint-Savin

> commune in Gironde, France

**Wikidata**: [Q199611](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q199611)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint-Savin,_Gironde)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/saint-savin-q199611-2

## Summary
Saint-Savin is a commune located in the Gironde department of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region in southwestern France. It is part of the arrondissement of Blaye and was formerly part of the canton of Saint-Savin until March 2015.

## Key Facts
- **Location**: Gironde department, Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, France
- **Arrondissement**: Blaye
- **Former Canton**: Saint-Savin (until March 2015)
- **Aliases**: Mont-des-Landes
- **Population**: Ranges from 1,640 to 3,582 (historical data from multiple years)
- **Coordinates**: Latitude 45.1386, Longitude -0.4486
- **Website**: [http://www.saint-savin33.fr/](http://www.saint-savin33.fr/)
- **Wikipedia Title**: Saint-Savin, G1: Gironde
- **Wikidata Description**: Commune in Gironde, France
- **Sitelink Count**: 40
- **Classification**: Commune of France (municipality-level subdivision)

## FAQs

**What is Saint-Savin?**  
Saint-Savin is a commune in the Gironde department of France, located in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. It is a small rural municipality with historical ties to the former canton of Saint-Savin and part of the administrative structure of the arrondissement of Blaye.

**Where is Saint-Savin located?**  
Saint-Savin is located in the Gironde department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. It is part of the administrative area of the arrondissement of Blaye and was historically part of the canton of Saint-Savin.

**What is the population of Saint-Savin?**  
The population of Saint-Savin has varied over time, with historical data showing figures ranging from 1,640 to 3,582 inhabitants. The most recent data indicates a population of approximately 3,582.

**What is the administrative structure of Saint-Savin?**  
Saint-Savin is a commune within the French administrative system. It is part of the Gironde department, the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, and falls under the jurisdiction of the arrondissement of Blaye. It was formerly part of the canton of Saint-Savin, which was dissolved in March 2015.

**What is the official website for Saint-Savin?**  
The official website for the commune of Saint-Savin is [http://www.saint-savin33.fr/](http://www.saint-savin33.fr/).

## Why It Matters
Saint-Savin represents a local unit of governance within the French administrative framework, contributing to the decentralized structure of French municipal management. As a commune, it plays a role in regional identity, local heritage preservation, and community services. Its historical and administrative context within the canton and arrondissement systems reflects the evolution of French territorial organization. The commune also serves as a case study in rural demographics and local governance in southwestern France.

## Notable For
- Being part of the Gironde department, one of the most populous departments in France
- Historical inclusion in the now-dissolved canton of Saint-Savin
- Administrative ties to the arrondissement of Blaye
- A population that reflects rural demographic trends in the region
- Hosting a local government with its own website and administrative identity
- Geographic coordinates placing it in the Bordeaux wine region area

## Body

### Geography and Location
Saint-Savin is a commune located in the Gironde department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. Its geographic coordinates are approximately:
- **Latitude**: 45.1386
- **Longitude**: -0.4486

This positioning places it in the broader Bordeaux metropolitan area, within the historical and cultural region of southwestern France. The commune is part of the rural landscape of Gironde, known for its agricultural and viticultural heritage.

### Administrative Structure
Saint-Savin is classified as a **commune of France**, a designation for municipal-level subdivisions in the French Republic. It is part of the following administrative hierarchy:
- **Department**: Gironde (established on March 4, 1790)
- **Region**: Nouvelle-Aquitaine
- **Arrondissement**: Blaye
- **Former Canton**: Saint-Savin (dissolved in March 2015)

This structure situates Saint-Savin within the broader French system of local governance, which includes departments, regions, arrondissements, and cantons.

### Demographics
The population of Saint-Savin has fluctuated over time, with historical data showing:
- **Population Range**: 1,640 to 3,582 inhabitants
- **Notable Figures**: 3,582 (most recent), 3,468, 3,347, 3,313, 3,250, etc.

These figures indicate a small but historically stable community, with some variation likely due to rural-to-urban migration trends in the region.

### Online Presence and Identity
Saint-Savin maintains an official website:
- **Website**: [http://www.saint-savin33.fr/](http://www.saint-savin33.fr/)
- **Wikipedia Title**: Saint-Savin, Gironde
- **Aliases**: Mont-des-Landes

This digital presence supports local governance, public information, and community engagement.

### Historical Context
Saint-Savin was part of the **canton of Saint-Savin** until the canton's dissolution in March 2015. This reflects broader reforms in French territorial administration aimed at optimizing local governance structures. The commune remains part of the **arrondissement of Blaye**, which continues to function as an administrative unit within the Gironde department.

### Cultural and Regional Significance
As part of the Gironde department, Saint-Savin is embedded in a region known for its historical significance in French viticulture and its proximity to Bordeaux. The area reflects the broader cultural and economic landscape of southwestern France, including rural traditions and evolving demographic patterns.

### Related Entities
- **Commune of France**: Saint-Savin is a member of this classification, indicating its status as a municipal-level subdivision.
- **Canton of Saint-Savin**: Former administrative unit (until March 2015).
- **Gironde**: Department in which Saint-Savin is located.
- **Arrondissement of Blaye**: Administrative division overseeing Saint-Savin.
- **Nouvelle-Aquitaine**: The region encompassing Gironde and Saint-Savin.

These entities collectively define Saint-Savin's place within the French administrative and geographic framework.

## References

1. BnF authorities
2. dataset of postal codes in France. 2018
3. INSEE code
4. répertoire géographique des communes
5. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
6. Annuaire de service-public.fr
7. MusicBrainz
8. Recensement de la population 2015. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies. 2017
9. Populations légales 2016
10. Populations légales 2017
11. Populations légales 2018
12. [Populations légales communales depuis 1968. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies](https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2522602)
13. Populations légales 2019
14. Populations légales 2020
15. Populations légales 2021
16. Populations de référence 2022
17. Populations de référence 2023
18. [Code officiel géographique](https://www.insee.fr/fr/information/3363419)
19. [Source](http://cassini.ehess.fr/cassini/fr/html/fiche.php?select_resultat=34599)
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23. [2016](https://data.geopf.fr/telechargement/download/GEOFLA/GEOFLA_2-2_COMMUNE_SHP_LAMB93_FXX_2016-06-28/GEOFLA_2-2_COMMUNE_SHP_LAMB93_FXX_2016-06-28.7z)
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