Montval-sur-Loir facts for kids
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Montval-sur-Loir
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The church in Château-du-Loir
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 Montval-sur-Loir
Location in France
Montval-sur-Loir
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France |
| Region | Pays de la Loire |
| Department | Sarthe |
| Arrondissement | La Flèche |
| Canton | Château-du-Loir |
| Intercommunality | Loir-Lucé-Bercé |
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26.99 km2 (10.42 sq mi) |
| Population
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6,124 |
| • Density | 226.90/km2 (587.67/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
72071 /72500
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| Elevation | 40–131 m (131–430 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Montval-sur-Loir is a town, also known as a commune, located in the western part of France. It is found in the Pays de la Loire region and is part of the Sarthe department.
This commune was created on October 1, 2016. It was formed by combining three smaller towns: Château-du-Loir, Montabon, and Vouvray-sur-Loir. Château-du-Loir is the main town, or "seat," of this new municipality.
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What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest administrative area in France. It is similar to a local town or city council area. Each commune has its own mayor and local government.
Where is Montval-sur-Loir?
Montval-sur-Loir is located in the Sarthe department. This department is part of the Pays de la Loire region. This region is in the west of France, known for its beautiful landscapes and the Loire River.
The Sarthe Department
The Sarthe department is named after the Sarthe River. It is known for its green countryside and historical towns. Many people visit the area for its castles and natural beauty.
The Pays de la Loire Region
The Pays de la Loire region is one of the 18 regions of France. It is famous for the Loire Valley, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region has a rich history and is known for its vineyards and châteaux (castles).
How Montval-sur-Loir Was Formed
Montval-sur-Loir was created by merging three older communes. This process is sometimes done in France to make local government more efficient.
- Château-du-Loir: This town is the main part of Montval-sur-Loir. It serves as the administrative center.
- Montabon: This was one of the smaller communes that joined to form Montval-sur-Loir.
- Vouvray-sur-Loir: This was another commune that merged into the new Montval-sur-Loir.
Local Government
The mayor of Montval-sur-Loir is Béatrice Pavy-Morançais. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are responsible for managing the town's services and representing its people.
What Does a Mayor Do?
A mayor in France is like the chief executive of the commune. They oversee public services, manage the local budget, and ensure laws are followed. They are elected by the people of the commune.
