Olendon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Olendon
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 Olendon
Location in France
Olendon
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Caen |
| Canton | Falaise |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Falaise |
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7.45 km2 (2.88 sq mi) |
| Population
(Jan. 2021)
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14476 /14170
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| Elevation | 81–170 m (266–558 ft) (avg. 206 m or 676 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Olendon is a small commune (which is like a town or village) located in the beautiful northwest of France. It is found in the region called Basse-Normandie, within the Calvados department.
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Discovering Olendon
Olendon is a quiet place in the French countryside. It is known for its peaceful setting and traditional French charm. The commune covers an area of about 7.45 square kilometers.
Where is Olendon?
Olendon is situated in the Calvados department. This department is part of the Basse-Normandie region. It is located in the northwestern part of France, not too far from the coast.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a city, town, or village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like local services and public spaces. Olendon is one of many communes in France.
People of Olendon
Olendon is a small community. The number of people living there is updated regularly. You can find the exact population number in the infobox at the top of this page. This number helps us understand the size of the community.
Who Leads Olendon?
The leader of Olendon is its mayor. The mayor is chosen by the people living in the commune. For a period, Norbert Blais was the mayor of Olendon. The mayor works with a local council to make decisions for the community. These decisions help improve life for everyone in Olendon.
Working Together
Olendon is also part of a group of communes called "Pays de Falaise." This means that Olendon works with nearby communes on bigger projects. They might share resources or plan things together. This cooperation helps all the small towns in the area.
Images for kids
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The church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste in Olendon.
