Beaumont-sur-Sarthe facts for kids
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Beaumont-sur-Sarthe
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View of the town and river
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 Beaumont-sur-Sarthe
Location in France
Beaumont-sur-Sarthe
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Pays de la Loire | |
| Department | Sarthe | |
| Arrondissement | Mamers | |
| Canton | Sillé-le-Guillaume | |
| Intercommunality | CC Haute Sarthe Alpes Mancelles | |
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6.64 km2 (2.56 sq mi) | |
| Population
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1,945 | |
| • Density | 292.92/km2 (758.7/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
72029 /72170
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Beaumont-sur-Sarthe is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the western part of France. It is found in the region called Pays de la Loire, within the Sarthe department. This charming town sits by the Sarthe River, offering pretty views and a peaceful atmosphere.
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About Beaumont-sur-Sarthe
Beaumont-sur-Sarthe is a typical French commune, which is the smallest type of administrative area in France. Think of it like a local district or a small town with its own local government.
What is a Commune?
A commune is a local area with its own elected council and a mayor. The mayor is like the leader of the town. In Beaumont-sur-Sarthe, the mayor is François Robin. He helps manage the town's daily life, like local services and community projects.
Where is Beaumont-sur-Sarthe?
This commune is located in the Sarthe department, which is part of the larger Pays de la Loire region in western France. It's close to the city of Le Mans, famous for its 24-hour car race. The town's location by the Sarthe River is important for its history and daily life.
Life in Beaumont-sur-Sarthe
Beaumont-sur-Sarthe covers an area of about 6.64 square kilometers. In 2014, its population was around 1,945 people. This makes it a relatively small town, where people often know each other. Small towns like this are usually quiet and have a strong community feel.
