Prée-d'Anjou facts for kids
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Prée-d'Anjou
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Country | France |
Region | Pays de la Loire |
Department | Mayenne |
Arrondissement | Château-Gontier |
Canton | Château-Gontier-sur-Mayenne-2 |
Intercommunality | Pays de Château-Gontier |
Area
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42.66 km2 (16.47 sq mi) |
Population
(2021)
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1,380 |
• Density | 32.35/km2 (83.78/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
INSEE/Postal code |
53124 /53200
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1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. |
Prée-d'Anjou is a commune located in the department of Mayenne, in western France. A commune is like a local town or area that has its own local government.
This municipality was created on January 1, 2018. It was formed by joining two older communes: Laigné and Ampoigné. Laigné is now the main administrative center of Prée-d'Anjou.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It is similar to a city, town, or village in other countries. Each commune has its own mayor and a local council.
These local governments help manage services for the people who live there. This can include things like schools, roads, and local events. Prée-d'Anjou is one of many communes across France.
Important Buildings
Prée-d'Anjou is home to some interesting historical buildings, especially churches. These buildings are important parts of the local heritage.
- Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste d'Ampoigné
- Église Saint-Martin-de-Vertou