Le Plessis-Grimoult facts for kids
Le Plessis-Grimoult was a small commune located in the northwest of France. It was part of the region called Basse-Normandie. It was also in the Calvados department. On January 1, 2017, Le Plessis-Grimoult joined with other nearby communes. They all became part of a new, larger commune named Les Monts d'Aunay.
What is a French Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest area of local government. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and a local council. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there. France has many thousands of communes, from very small villages to large cities.
Where Was Le Plessis-Grimoult?
Le Plessis-Grimoult was located in the Basse-Normandie region. This area is in the northwestern part of France. It is known for its green countryside and historic towns. The commune was specifically in the Calvados department. Departments are like counties or provinces in other countries. They help organize local government.
Joining Les Monts d'Aunay
On January 1, 2017, Le Plessis-Grimoult stopped being a separate commune. It merged with several other small communes to form a new, bigger commune called Les Monts d'Aunay. Communes sometimes merge to share resources better. This can help them provide more services to their residents. It can also make local government more efficient.
