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Anguerny
Old House at Anguerny
Old House at Anguerny
Coat of arms of Anguerny
Coat of arms
Anguerny is located in France
Anguerny
Anguerny
Location in France
Anguerny is located in Normandy
Anguerny
Anguerny
Location in Normandy
Country France
Region Normandy
Department Calvados
Arrondissement Caen
Canton Courseulles-sur-Mer
Commune Colomby-Anguerny
Area
1
2.85 km2 (1.10 sq mi)
Population
 (2013)
754
 • Density 264.6/km2 (685.2/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
Postal code
14610
Elevation 44–69 m (144–226 ft)
(avg. 49 m or 161 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Anguerny (French pronunciation: [ɑ̃ɡɛʁni]) was once a small town in the Calvados area of Normandy, a region in northwestern France. On January 1, 2016, Anguerny joined with another town to form a new, larger town called Colomby-Anguerny.

Exploring Anguerny's Location

Anguerny is found about 10 kilometers (about 6 miles) northwest of a larger city called Caen. It's also just 3 kilometers (about 2 miles) south of Douvres-la-Delivrande. Main roads like the D79 and D7 pass nearby, making it easy to get to. The D141 road goes right through the village. Most of the land around Anguerny is used for farming.

A Look Back at Anguerny's History

The town of Anguerny has had a few different names over time, like Aguerne and Aguerny. In the past, the area was controlled by powerful families known as the Lords of Creully.

Understanding Anguerny's Coat of Arms

Arms of Anguerny
A coat of arms is a special design that represents a family, a town, or an organization. Anguerny's coat of arms shows a golden background with a red V-shape, called a chevron. There's also a blue sword placed across the middle.



How Anguerny Was Governed

Anguerny was managed by a mayor and a local council. Here are some of the people who served as mayor:

From To Name Party
1989 2001 Paul Rivoalen
2001 2014 Alain Yaouanc Independent
2014 2016 Jean-Luc Guillouard

Town Twinning: Friends Across Borders

Town twinning is when two towns in different countries form a special bond. They often visit each other and learn about different cultures. Anguerny has a twinning partnership with:

  • United Kingdom East Woodhay in the United Kingdom, since 1997.

Anguerny's Population Over Time

The people who live in Anguerny are called Agernynois (for boys and men) or Agernynoises (for girls and women). Looking at population numbers helps us understand how the town has grown or changed over many years.

Historical population
Year Pop. ±% p.a.
1793 417 —    
1800 453 +1.19%
1806 536 +2.84%
1821 540 +0.05%
1831 568 +0.51%
1836 529 −1.41%
1841 502 −1.04%
1846 520 +0.71%
1851 518 −0.08%
1856 509 −0.35%
1861 516 +0.27%
1866 472 −1.77%
1872 412 −2.24%
1876 359 −3.38%
1881 311 −2.83%
1886 314 +0.19%
1891 304 −0.65%
1896 276 −1.91%
Year Pop. ±% p.a.
1901 243 −2.51%
1906 230 −1.09%
1911 204 −2.37%
1921 205 +0.05%
1926 213 +0.77%
1931 238 +2.24%
1936 212 −2.29%
1946 256 +1.90%
1954 287 +1.44%
1962 260 −1.23%
1968 269 +0.57%
1975 306 +1.86%
1982 380 +3.14%
1990 390 +0.33%
1999 724 +7.12%
2007 812 +1.44%
2012 756 −1.42%
Source: EHESS and INSEE

Important Places and Buildings

  • The Church of Saint Martin has a bell tower that dates back to the 11th century. This means it's over 900 years old! It's considered a historical monument, which means it's very important and protected. Inside the church, you can find four special items that are also protected as historical objects:
    • A Tabernacle and Seating from the 19th century. A tabernacle is a special box where sacred items are kept.
    • A painting called "Calvary" from the 17th century.
    • A Retable from the 17th century. A retable is a decorative screen or panel behind an altar.
    • The main Altar showing "The Crucifixion," made in 1760.
  • A Tithe barn is a large barn where farmers used to store a portion of their crops as a tax.
  • There are also 2 Festival halls where events and gatherings can be held.
Saint Martin Church Picture Gallery

Fun Activities and Events

Every two years in the spring, Anguerny hosts an event called Romanes d'Anguerny. This is a local festival that brings the community together.

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See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Anguerny para niños

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