Essarts-en-Bocage facts for kids

Essarts-en-Bocage is a commune (which is like a local town or district) located in the western part of France. It's found in the Pays de la Loire region and is part of the Vendée department.

This commune was officially created on January 1, 2016. It was formed by combining four smaller, older communes: Les Essarts (which is now the main town or "seat" of the new commune), Boulogne, L'Oie, and Sainte-Florence.

What is a Commune?

A commune in France is the smallest type of administrative area. Think of it like a local government area, similar to a town or a small city. Each commune has its own mayor and local council that manage things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there.

Location and Geography

Essarts-en-Bocage is situated in the Vendée department, which is known for its beautiful landscapes. The "Bocage" in its name refers to a type of countryside with small fields, hedges, and woodlands. This area is often very green and peaceful, with a mix of farming land and natural spaces.

The Pays de la Loire region, where Vendée is located, is in western France. It's known for its long coastline along the Atlantic Ocean, historic castles, and lovely rivers. Essarts-en-Bocage is inland, away from the coast, but still benefits from the region's mild climate.

How Essarts-en-Bocage Was Formed

The creation of Essarts-en-Bocage in 2016 was part of a trend in France to merge smaller communes into larger ones. This often happens to help local governments work more efficiently and share resources better. By combining Les Essarts, Boulogne, L'Oie, and Sainte-Florence, the new commune of Essarts-en-Bocage became a larger and stronger administrative unit.

The main town, Les Essarts, serves as the center for the new commune. This means that important local offices and services are often located there.