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Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue
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Coat of arms of Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue
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Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue is located in France
Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue
Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue
Location in France
Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue is located in Normandy
Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue
Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue
Location in Normandy
Country France
Region Normandy
Department Calvados
Arrondissement Lisieux
Canton Lisieux-2
Intercommunality Lisieux Pays d'Auge
Area
1
8.40 km2 (3.24 sq mi)
Population
 (1999)
878
 • Density 104.52/km2 (270.72/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
14625 /14100
Elevation 46–166 m (151–545 ft)
(avg. 62 m or 203 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue is a small and friendly commune in France. It is located in the northwest part of the country. This charming place is found in the region called Basse-Normandie. It is also part of the department named Calvados.

About Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue

Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue is a quiet area. It is known for its peaceful countryside. The commune is a local administrative division. It is similar to a small town or village area. People who live here enjoy a calm way of life.

Where is Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue?

This commune is in the Calvados department. Calvados is famous for its apple orchards. It is also known for its delicious cider. The department is in the Basse-Normandie region. This region is on the coast of France. It has a rich history and beautiful landscapes.

Location in France

Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue is in northwestern France. This area is close to the English Channel. It is part of a larger region. This region is known for its green fields. It also has many historic towns. The commune is near the city of Lisieux. Lisieux is a bigger town. It offers more services and shops.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest administrative area. It is like a local government unit. Each commune has its own mayor. The mayor helps run the local area. They manage things like schools and roads. Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue has its own mayor. Her name is Évelyne Girardin. She helps make decisions for the people.

Population and Size

Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue is not a very big place. In 1999, about 878 people lived there. This makes it a small community. The total area of the commune is 8.40 square kilometers. This is about 3.24 square miles. The land here is mostly flat. But it does have some small hills. The highest point is 166 meters (545 feet) above sea level. The lowest point is 46 meters (151 feet).

Daily Life in the Commune

Life in Saint-Martin-de-la-Lieue is generally calm. Many people work in farming. Others might travel to nearby towns for work. The commune is part of a larger group. This group is called Lisieux Pays d'Auge. It helps different communes work together. They share resources and services. This makes life better for everyone.

Local Government

The local government is important. The mayor and council members work together. They make choices for the community. These choices affect daily life. They decide on things like local events. They also manage public spaces. This helps keep the commune a nice place to live.

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