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Ancenis-Saint-Géréon
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Location in France
Ancenis-Saint-Géréon
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France |
| Region | Pays de la Loire |
| Department | Loire-Atlantique |
| Arrondissement | Châteaubriant-Ancenis |
| Canton | Ancenis-Saint-Géréon |
| Intercommunality | Pays d'Ancenis |
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27.58 km2 (10.65 sq mi) |
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11,099 |
| • Density | 402.43/km2 (1,042.29/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
44003 /44150
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| Elevation | 5–51 m (16–167 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Ancenis-Saint-Géréon is a town in France. It's located in the Loire-Atlantique area, which is like a county or department in France. This town was created on January 1, 2019. It was formed by joining two smaller towns: Ancenis and Saint-Géréon.
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Discover Ancenis-Saint-Géréon
Ancenis-Saint-Géréon is a lively place in western France. It sits in the Loire-Atlantique department. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes. The town is a great example of French life.
What is a Commune?
In France, a "commune" is like a local government area. Think of it as a town or a small district. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like schools and local services. Ancenis-Saint-Géréon is one such commune.
A New Beginning: How Ancenis-Saint-Géréon Was Formed
Ancenis-Saint-Géréon is quite new! It was officially created on January 1, 2019. Before this, it was two separate communes. These were Ancenis and Saint-Géréon. They decided to join together. This merger helped them work better as one bigger community.
Life in Ancenis-Saint-Géréon
Life in Ancenis-Saint-Géréon offers a mix of history and modern living. The town is known for its friendly atmosphere. One interesting fact is about food. A special cheese called Chandamour comes from this area. It's a local delicacy.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Ancenis-Saint-Géréon has changed over the years. Knowing the population helps us understand how a town grows. Here's a look at how many people have lived in the area:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
| 1968 | 7,287 | — |
| 1975 | 8,897 | +2.89% |
| 1982 | 9,403 | +0.79% |
| 1990 | 9,258 | −0.19% |
| 1999 | 9,497 | +0.28% |
| 2007 | 10,115 | +0.79% |
| 2012 | 10,283 | +0.33% |
| 2017 | 10,802 | +0.99% |
| Populations of the area corresponding with the commune of Ancenis-Saint-Géréon at 1 January 2020. Source: INSEE |
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