Saint-Hilaire-la-Croix
A community guide to Saint-Hilaire-la-Croix in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, la France.
- Population
- 246 residents
- Region
- Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
- Country
- la France
- Coordinates
- 46.0467, 3.0456
Overview
Saint-Hilaire-la-Croix is a populated place in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, la France. The community supports 246 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Its position within the broader regional network gives Saint-Hilaire-la-Croix a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Saint-Hilaire-la-Croix sits at approximate coordinates 46.0467 latitude and 3.0456 longitude within Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. The terrain and natural features around Saint-Hilaire-la-Croix reflect those typical of its part of la France, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Climate
The climate at Saint-Hilaire-la-Croix is temperate, with marked seasonal variation between summer and winter, reflecting its location at latitude 46.05 within la France. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Saint-Hilaire-la-Croix experience. Visitors planning a trip to Saint-Hilaire-la-Croix should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Economy and services
The economy of Saint-Hilaire-la-Croix reflects small-scale community commerce, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and la France. Businesses based in Saint-Hilaire-la-Croix draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.