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ports in south-East France: Marseille (passengers, industry and commerce, some fishing). Marseille is by far the biggest French port, the biggest Mediterranean port. Marseille is ranked 31st port in the world.
Toulon is another port and a naval military base.
La Ciotat near Marseille used to be a shipbuilding site.
Fos-sur-Mer is a port working mainly with gas or chemical industries.
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Is France mountainous?
Generally no, although part of the eastern side has some of the alps and some of the Pyrenees are in the south of France, on the border between France and Spain. An area known in France as the massif central is near the middle but is only high ground, not a mountain range.
Is the south of France hotter than the north?
Yes, the south is hotter than the north. France generally has cool winters and mild summers. Although some places like the Mediterranean have hot summers cause they are closer to the equator.
Climate of france in winter?
The weather will much depend upon where you are in France. Towards the Alps and the mountains in the east of France there is a very good chance of snow. Away from the mountains, but still in the east, it is likely to be cold and around freezing. Towards Paris and the north west of the country it is usually cold and wet, there might be a few flakes of snow to help boost the festive spirit. Heading south and you are likely to have a mild Christmas in France, although there is a chance of snow in the mountains of the Puy de Dome, further south on the Mediterranean coast you may enjoy some sunshine. The national weather service, Météo-France, offers more detailed information and forecasts.
Is France close to Africa?
Yes, actually, France borders Brazil. The overseas French department of French Guiana (which some mistake to be a country) borders Brazil to the north in South America. French Guiana (or Guyane) is as much a part of France as Paris or Corsica; it's an integral part of the country.
What tiny country is located in southeastern France?
France doesn't has the concept of province, it is not a federal country. Anyway, French territory is split in several types of subdivisions. The biggest type of subdivision is called "les régions", the largest "région" is Midi-Pyrénées in which is Toulouse city, this is a "région" in the south of France, it touches the Spain border. A smaller subdivision type exists under the "régions", it's called "les département", the largest "département" is la Gironde, in which is Bordeaux city in the south-west of France on the atlantic coast in the Aquitaine "région". Also, in France, some overseas "départements" and "régions" exist ; the largest overseas "département" is la Guyanne (French Guiana in english) which is also an "région", it is in south America, on the atlantic coast, it touches the north border of Brazil, French Guiana contains the Guiana Space Centre (the European space centre). French Guiana is almost twice larger than Midi-Pyrénées "région".
What direction is ltaly from France?
South East, East Italy is in Europe, go east, go west, you'll get there soon enough.....
What are some ports for cruise ships on the east coast of the USA?
There are many ports for cruise ships on the East Coast of the United States of America. some of these are Anchorage, Baltimore, Bayonne, Boston and plenty more.
Is kent in south London?
No, Kent is a separate county to the south east of London. It does however border south London, but some parts of it (eg Dover) are in fact geographically closer to France.
What country is south east of Saudi Arabia?
Yemen and some part of Oman south east
Why did France want to colonize Vietnam?
Some excellent sea ports in Vietnam, such as Cam Ranh Bay.
What continents to the east of the equator?
The continent that is directly east of North America is Europe. Some countries in Europe include England, France, Spain, and Italy.
Is England in the north east?
The answer to this question depends on where you are in the world. England is south of Scotland, East of Ireland, North of France, and West of the Netherlands. England is north west of the bulk of Europe. It is a long way east of Canada. Please, please look at a world map and get some idea of the relationships of countries.
What region are some of the highest mountains located?
It is in the south east
How many workstations can a hub support?
It depends on how many ports are on the hub. Some might have 4 ports, some might have 8 ports some might have 16 ports etc...
How many reigons does Florida have?
some say 4 or 5 but i say 9. the panhandle, the North West, the north east, east central, west central, South west, south east, the south, and last but not least the keys.
Is longitude north and south?
both .. longitude measures from north to south or from south to north the same with latitude.
Name Some countries that claimed the east territory?
Countries with Territorial Claims on East Antarctica are - Australia, France, New Zealand and Norway.
