Le Mesnil-Eudes facts for kids
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Le Mesnil-Eudes
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 Le Mesnil-Eudes
Location in France
Le Mesnil-Eudes
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Lisieux |
| Canton | Mézidon-Canon |
| Intercommunality | CA Lisieux Normandie |
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8.42 km2 (3.25 sq mi) |
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257 |
| • Density | 30.52/km2 (79.05/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14419 /14100
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| Elevation | 60–176 m (197–577 ft) (avg. 100 m or 330 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Le Mesnil-Eudes is a small village, also known as a commune, located in the northwest of France. It is part of the Calvados department, which is in the Basse-Normandie region. This area is known for its green landscapes and rich history.
About Le Mesnil-Eudes
Le Mesnil-Eudes is a quiet place with a small number of people living there. In January 2019, about 257 people called this commune home. A commune is the smallest administrative area in France, similar to a town or a local parish.
The village is led by a mayor, who helps manage local services. The current mayor is Michel Descrettes. He was elected to serve from 2008 to 2014. Communes often work together in groups called intercommunalities to share resources. Le Mesnil-Eudes is part of the Communauté d'agglomération Lisieux Normandie.
Geography and Location
Le Mesnil-Eudes is situated in the Calvados department. This department is famous for its beautiful countryside and its coastline along the English Channel. The village is located in the Lisieux area, which is an arrondissement. An arrondissement is a larger administrative division within a department.
The village sits at an elevation of about 100 meters (around 328 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 60 meters (197 feet) and its highest is 176 meters (577 feet). The total area of Le Mesnil-Eudes is 8.42 square kilometers (about 3.25 square miles). This makes it a small but charming part of the French countryside.
Local Life
Life in Le Mesnil-Eudes is typical of many small French villages. The main building in the village is often the church. The church of Notre-Dame du Mesnil-Eudes is an important landmark. It shows the history and culture of the area.
Villages like Le Mesnil-Eudes play a key role in French life. They help keep local traditions alive. They also provide a peaceful place for people to live.
