Fontaines, Vendée facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fontaines
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Part of Doix-lès-Fontaines
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The church of Our Lady of the Nativity, in Fontaines
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 Fontaines
Location in France
Fontaines
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France |
| Region | Pays de la Loire |
| Department | Vendée |
| Arrondissement | Fontenay-le-Comte |
| Canton | Fontenay-le-Comte |
| Commune | Doix-lès-Fontaines |
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10.56 km2 (4.08 sq mi) |
| Population
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760 |
| • Density | 72.0/km2 (186.4/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
85200
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| Elevation | 0–28 m (0–92 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Fontaines was once a small town, known in France as a "commune." It was located in western France, in a part of the country called the Vendée department. This department is within a larger area known as the Pays de la Loire region.
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What Was Fontaines?
A "commune" in France is like a local government area, similar to a small town or village. Fontaines was one of these communes. It was a place where people lived and worked, with its own local services.
Where Was Fontaines Located?
Fontaines was situated in the western part of France. It was part of the Vendée department, which is known for its beautiful landscapes and history. The Pays de la Loire region is one of the many regions that make up France.
A Look at Its History
Fontaines existed as a separate commune for a long time. However, on January 1, 2016, something changed. Fontaines joined together with another nearby commune called Doix. When two communes merge, they become one new, larger commune.
The Merger into Doix-lès-Fontaines
After the merger, Fontaines became part of a new commune named Doix-lès-Fontaines. This means that while the name "Fontaines" still exists within the new name, it is no longer a standalone commune. This kind of merger happens when local governments decide it's better to combine resources and services.
