Condé sur Sarthe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Condé-sur-Sarthe
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Orne |
| Arrondissement | Alençon |
| Canton | Alençon-1 |
| Intercommunality | Communauté urbaine d'Alençon |
| Area
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9.65 km2 (3.73 sq mi) |
| Population
(2006)
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2,157 |
| • Density | 223.52/km2 (578.9/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Condéens |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
61117 /61250
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| Elevation | 147–205 m (482–673 ft) (avg. 200 m or 660 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Condé-sur-Sarthe is a lovely village in northwestern France. It is located near the city of Alençon. This village is part of the Orne department. In 2009, about 2,164 people lived there. The village covers an area of about 8.46 square kilometers. The highest point in the village is 140 meters above sea level. The Sarthe river flows right through the village.
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Discovering Condé-sur-Sarthe
What's in a Name?
The name "Condé" has an interesting history. It comes from an old Celtic word called "Condate." This word means "confluence." A confluence is a place where two rivers meet. This name likely refers to the rivers or streams that meet near the village.
Local Delights
Did you know that a special cheese is made in Condé-sur-Sarthe? It's called "The Rustic" cheese. This shows that the village has its own unique local products.
Historic Buildings
Condé-sur-Sarthe is home to the beautiful Church of Saint Martin. This church has a mix of old styles.
- Romanesque Style: The church was first built in the Romanesque style. This means it has strong, round arches.
- Gothic Changes: Later, parts of the church were updated in the Gothic style. You can see pointed arches from this period.
- Bell Tower: The church's bell tower was added in the 18th century.
- Art Inside: Inside, you can find a painting from the 1800s called "The Assumption." There are also colorful wooden statues.
- Stained Glass: The church has amazing stained glass windows. These windows are very old, dating back to the 16th century.
Remembering the Past
The village also has a special monument. It is called the "Monument of the Firing Squad Galochère." This monument was built in 1944. It honors soldiers who were shot there during World War II. It helps everyone remember the brave people who lost their lives.
