Saint-Michel-sur-Orge facts for kids

The coat of arms for Saint-Michel-sur-Orge

Saint-Michel-sur-Orge is a town in France. It is located in the northern part of the country. This town is part of the Île-de-France region. It is also in the Essonne department.

People who live in Saint-Michel-sur-Orge are called Saint-Michellois. The town has a population of 20,057 people.

Discovering Saint-Michel-sur-Orge

Saint-Michel-sur-Orge is a commune. A commune is like a local government area in France. It is similar to a city or a town. This area helps manage local services.

Where is Saint-Michel-sur-Orge located?

The town is in the Île-de-France region. This region is one of the largest in France. It includes the capital city, Paris. The Essonne department is part of this region. It is south of Paris.

What is a French Department?

In France, a department is a type of area. It is bigger than a commune. It is smaller than a region. Departments help organize local government. They manage things like schools and roads.

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