Saint‑Aubin is a commune in the Aube department in the Grand Est region of north‑central France. It is administered as part of the arrondissement of Troyes and the canton of Bar‑sur‑Seine. The commune is identified by the INSEE code 10336 and uses the postal code 10220. Saint‑Aubin is a member of the intercommunal structure known as Barséquanais en Champagne.
Geography
The commune covers an area of approximately 9.2 km² (3.55 sq mi). The terrain is gently rolling, with elevations ranging from about 118 m to 165 m above sea level, the village centre lying near 140 m. Saint‑Aubin lies in the Barse river basin, a tributary of the Seine, and is situated roughly 30 km southeast of Troyes, the prefecture of Aube.
Demographics
According to the most recent census data available (2020), Saint‑Aubin had a population of roughly 150 inhabitants, giving the commune a low population density characteristic of rural areas in the department. Historical population figures have shown modest fluctuations, typical of small agricultural communities in the region.
Administration
The municipal council is headed by a mayor, elected for a six‑year term. As of the latest electoral cycle (2020–2026), the mayor is [Name not provided in source]. The commune participates in the Barséquanais en Champagne communauté de communes, which coordinates inter‑municipal services such as waste management, economic development, and cultural activities.
Economy and Land Use
The local economy is predominantly agricultural, with crops such as cereals, oilseed rape, and grapes for Champagne production cultivated in surrounding fields. Livestock farming and small‑scale artisanal activities also contribute to the economic profile.
Historical and Cultural Sites
The principal historical monument in Saint‑Aubin is the Church of Saint‑Aubin, a modest Romanesque‑style structure dating from the 12th–13th centuries, with later Gothic additions. The church contains a number of period furnishings and is listed as a monument historique by the French Ministry of Culture.
Transport
Saint‑Aubin is accessible via departmental roads linking it to neighboring communes such as Bar‑sur‑Seine and Vendeuvre‑sur‑Barse. The nearest major railway station is in Troyes, approximately 30 km to the northwest, providing regional and national connections.
See also
- Communes of the Aube department
- Barséquanais en Champagne
All information presented reflects data available from official French geographic and statistical sources as of the latest publications.