Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe facts for kids
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Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe
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 Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe
Location in France
Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France |
| Region | Pays de la Loire |
| Department | Vendée |
| Arrondissement | La Roche-sur-Yon |
| Canton | Les Herbiers |
| Intercommunality | Pays des Herbiers |
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9.28 km2 (3.58 sq mi) |
| Population
(Jan. 2021)
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
85242 /85590
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| Elevation | 101–262 m (331–860 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the western part of France. It is found in the Pays de la Loire region, which is like a large state or province. Within this region, it belongs to the Vendée department.
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About Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe
Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe is a quiet place in the French countryside. It is known for its peaceful setting. The town is part of the Pays des Herbiers community. This group helps different towns work together on projects.
Where is Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe?
This commune is located in the Vendée department. The Vendée is famous for its beautiful coastlines and historical sites. Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe is inland, away from the sea. It is part of the La Roche-sur-Yon arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of administrative area in France. It is also in the Les Herbiers canton. A canton is a smaller area, often used for elections.
How is the Town Governed?
Like all communes in France, Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They help manage the town's daily life. This includes things like local services and town planning. Jean-Claude Ageneau was the mayor for a period. Mayors are elected by the people living in the commune.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest administrative area. Think of it like a local town or village. Each commune has its own local government. This government helps manage things like schools, roads, and public services for the people who live there. There are thousands of communes across France.
Geography and Size
Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe covers an area of about 9.28 square kilometers. This is roughly 3.5 square miles. The land here has different heights. The lowest point is 101 meters (about 331 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 262 meters (about 860 feet). This means the area has some hills and valleys.
