Overview
Saint-Polycarpe is a small French commune of rural character in the Aude department of the Occitanie region in southern France. Its population was recorded at about 147 inhabitants in 2017, making it one of the many low‑population communes that form the fabric of the French countryside. For general administrative information see the commune page: Saint-Polycarpe.
Location and landscape
The village lies within Aude, a department known for a mix of Mediterranean plains, wooded hills and vineyards. Saint-Polycarpe benefits from the regional climate and setting typical of Occitanie and the wider area of southern France. Departmental resources and context can be consulted via local authorities: Aude and department information.
History and name
The name Saint-Polycarpe reflects a common French tradition of naming places after early Christian saints. It likely honors Saint Polycarp, a 2nd‑century bishop and martyr. Many such village names date from medieval parish organization, when the local church or patron saint became the focal point for community identity.
Local life and economy
Communes of this size typically maintain a mayor and municipal council and centre village institutions such as a church, a town hall and a war memorial. Economically, small Aude communes often rely on agriculture, viticulture, and small‑scale tourism; exact activities in Saint-Polycarpe reflect local land use and seasonal rhythms. For practical visitor details consult regional tourism resources and the commune contact: regional info.
Quick facts and visiting
- Population: about 147 (2017)
- Region: Occitanie
- Department: Aude
- Administrative page: commune page
- Department details: Aude department
- Location: southern France
Because small communes change gradually, readers seeking up‑to‑date demographic, cultural or visitor information should consult the official commune or departmental sources linked above.