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Prée-d'Anjou is located in France
Prée-d'Anjou
Prée-d'Anjou
Location in France
Prée-d'Anjou is located in Pays de la Loire
Prée-d'Anjou
Prée-d'Anjou
Location in Pays de la Loire
Country France
Region Pays de la Loire
Department Mayenne
Arrondissement Château-Gontier
Canton Château-Gontier-sur-Mayenne-2
Intercommunality Pays de Château-Gontier
Area
1
42.66 km2 (16.47 sq mi)
Population
 (2021)
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
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
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