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Moreilles
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 Moreilles
Location in France
Moreilles
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France |
| Region | Pays de la Loire |
| Department | Vendée |
| Arrondissement | Fontenay-le-Comte |
| Canton | Luçon |
| Intercommunality | Isles du marais poitevin |
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19.68 km2 (7.60 sq mi) |
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413 |
| • Density | 20.986/km2 (54.35/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
85149 /85450
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| Elevation | 0–6 m (0–20 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Moreilles is a small and peaceful commune (which is like a town or local area) located in the western part of France. It's found in the Pays de la Loire region, specifically within the Vendée department. This charming area is known for its quiet countryside and natural beauty.
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Discovering Moreilles: Location and Size
Moreilles is situated in the Vendée department, which is part of the larger Pays de la Loire region in western France. It's not far from the Atlantic coast, though it's not directly on the sea.
How Big is Moreilles?
The commune of Moreilles covers an area of about 19.68 square kilometers (which is about 7.6 square miles). To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 2,750 football fields!
Land Features: Hills and Valleys
The land in Moreilles is mostly flat, with very small changes in height. The lowest point in the commune is at sea level (0 meters), and the highest point is only 6 meters (about 20 feet) above sea level. This flat landscape is typical of the Marais Poitevin area, which is a large marshland.
People of Moreilles: Population Facts
As of January 2019, about 413 people lived in Moreilles. This makes it a very small commune, with a close-knit community. The number of people living in a commune can change over time, but Moreilles has remained a small, rural place.
How Moreilles is Governed
Like all communes in France, Moreilles has a local government that helps run the town.
The Mayor's Role
The mayor is the main leader of the commune. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Moreilles was Philippe Berthelot. The mayor's job is to manage the daily life of the commune, make decisions for the community, and represent the people who live there. They work on things like local services, town planning, and keeping the commune a good place to live.
Working Together: Intercommunality
Moreilles is part of a group called "Isles du marais poitevin." This is an "intercommunality," which means several communes in the area work together on shared projects. They might cooperate on things like waste management, public transport, or tourism, which helps them achieve more than they could alone.
Moreilles and Its Surroundings
Moreilles is located in an area known for its unique natural environment.
The Marais Poitevin
Moreilles is very close to, or even part of, the Marais Poitevin. This is a large, beautiful marshland area often called "Green Venice" because of its many canals and waterways. It's a popular spot for nature lovers, with opportunities for boat rides and exploring the local wildlife.
Nearby Towns and Areas
Moreilles is part of the Fontenay-le-Comte arrondissement and the Luçon canton. These are larger administrative areas that help organize the different communes in the Vendée department.
