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Réaumur
The church of Our Lady, in Réaumur
The church of Our Lady, in Réaumur
Coat of arms of Réaumur
Coat of arms
Réaumur is located in France
Réaumur
Réaumur
Location in France
Réaumur is located in Pays de la Loire
Réaumur
Réaumur
Location in Pays de la Loire
Country France
Region Pays de la Loire
Department Vendée
Arrondissement Fontenay-le-Comte
Canton Les Herbiers
Intercommunality Pays de Pouzauges
Area
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22.09 km2 (8.53 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2021)
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Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
85187 /85700
Elevation 98–187 m (322–614 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Réaumur is a small town, also called a commune, located in the western part of France. It's found in the beautiful region of Pays de la Loire, specifically in the Vendée department. A commune is the smallest type of administrative area in France, similar to a local town or village. Réaumur is known for its quiet charm and its connection to nature.

About Réaumur

Réaumur is a lovely commune in the Vendée department of France. It is part of the larger Pays de la Loire region. This area is famous for its green landscapes and historical sites. The commune is a peaceful place where people live and work.

Where is Réaumur?

Réaumur is located in western France. It is about 50 kilometers (31 miles) east of the Atlantic coast. The commune is part of the Fontenay-le-Comte arrondissement. It is also in the canton of Les Herbiers. This means it belongs to specific administrative areas within France.

Geography and Nature

The land in Réaumur has different heights. The lowest point is 98 meters (321 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 187 meters (613 feet). The total area of the commune is 22.09 square kilometers (8.53 square miles). This makes it a medium-sized commune. The area is mostly rural, with fields and small forests.

People and Government

Réaumur is home to a certain number of people. The population changes over time, but it is generally a small community. The people who live in Réaumur are called its residents.

Local Leadership

Like all communes in France, Réaumur has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are elected by the people living in the commune. The mayor helps manage the town's services. These services include things like local roads and public buildings. The mayor works to make the commune a good place to live.

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