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Saint-Didier-la-Forêt

St. Gilbert Abbey

Coat of arms

Saint-Didier-la-Forêt

Location in France

Saint-Didier-la-Forêt

Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Country

Escurolles

Pays Saint-Pourcinois

Area

33.59 km² (12.97 sq mi)

Population

(2008)

379

• Density

11.283/km² (29.22/sq mi)

Time zone

UTC+01:00 (CET)

• Summer (DST)

UTC+02:00 (CEST)

INSEE/Postal code

03227 /03110

Elevation

246–323 m (807–1,060 ft)
(avg. 280 m or 920 ft)

¹ French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km² (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Saint-Didier-la-Forêt is a small and peaceful commune located in the heart of France. It is found in the Allier department. This area is known for its beautiful countryside and quiet villages.

Discovering Saint-Didier-la-Forêt
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Discovering Saint-Didier-la-Forêt

Saint-Didier-la-Forêt is a lovely place in the Allier department. This department is in the central part of France. It is part of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.

Where is Saint-Didier-la-Forêt Located?

This commune is in the arrondissement of Vichy. It is also part of the Escurolles canton. The village sits at an elevation of about 280 meters (919 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 246 meters and its highest is 323 meters.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is like a small town or village. It is the smallest unit of local government. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like schools and local services.

Life in Saint-Didier-la-Forêt

Saint-Didier-la-Forêt covers an area of about 33.59 square kilometers (12.97 square miles). In 2008, its population was 379 people. This makes it a very small and close-knit community.

The village is home to the historic St. Gilbert Abbey. This old building adds to the charm of the area. It is a place where people can learn about the past.

Local Government and Leadership

The mayor of Saint-Didier-la-Forêt is Claude Lavest. He served from 2008 to 2014. The mayor helps lead the commune and make decisions for its residents. The commune is also part of a larger group called Pays Saint-Pourcinois. This group works together on projects for several nearby communes.