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Grattepanche église
A church in Grattepanche.
Blason ville fr Grattepanche (Somme)
The coat of arms for Grattepanche.

Grattepanche is a small town or village in France, known as a commune. It is located in the northern part of the country, in a region called Picardy. Grattepanche is also part of a smaller area known as the Somme department.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest type of administrative area. Think of it like a local town or village. Each commune has its own local government and mayor. There are thousands of communes across France, and they are important for managing local services and daily life for people living there.

Where is Grattepanche?

Grattepanche is in the Picardy region. Picardy is known for its rich history and beautiful landscapes, including farmlands and forests. It's located in the northern part of France, not too far from the coast.

The commune is also part of the Somme department. A department is a larger administrative area, similar to a county in some other countries. The Somme department is named after the Somme River, which flows through it. This area played a significant role in history, especially during World War I.

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