Montabon facts for kids
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Montabon was once a small local area in France called a commune. Think of a commune like a town or a village with its own local government. Montabon was located in the western part of France, in a region known as Pays de la Loire. It was also part of a smaller area called the Sarthe department. On October 1, 2016, Montabon joined with another commune to form a new, larger commune called Montval-sur-Loir.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest kind of local government area. It's like a city, town, or village, and it has its own mayor and local council. These councils make decisions about things like local services, schools, and roads for the people living there. France has thousands of communes, and they are very important for how the country is organized.
Where Was Montabon Located?
Montabon was situated in the western part of France. To understand its location better, imagine a map of France:
- It was in the Pays de la Loire region, which is one of the 18 main regions of France. Regions are large areas, similar to states or provinces in other countries.
- Within the Pays de la Loire region, Montabon was part of the Sarthe department. Departments are smaller areas within regions, a bit like counties. The Sarthe department is known for its beautiful countryside and historic towns.
Montabon's New Chapter
Over time, some communes in France decide to merge, or join together, with neighboring communes. This can happen for many reasons, like sharing resources, improving services, or becoming stronger together. Montabon did exactly this on October 1, 2016. It merged with other areas to create a new, larger commune called Montval-sur-Loir. This means Montabon no longer exists as a separate commune, but its history and people are now part of this new, bigger community.
See also
In Spanish: Montabon para niños
