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| Aude | |
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| Information | |
| Region | Languedoc-Roussillon |
| Prefecture | Carcassonne |
| Subprefectures | Limoux Narbonne |
| Population | Ranked 71st
50 /km² |
| Area | 6,139 km² |
| Arrondissements | 3 |
| Cantons | 35 |
| Communes | 438 |
| President of the general council | XX |
| Location | |
Aude is a French département, named after the Aude River.
The Roman road Via Domitia was crossing Aude in classical times.
Aude is the heart of the Cathare world and is an area of great historical significance.
Aude is located between the sea and mountains.
See also: List of the communes of the Aude département