Saint-Rémy-de-Sillé facts for kids
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Saint-Rémy-de-Sillé
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The main road through Saint-Rémy-de-Sillé
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 Saint-Rémy-de-Sillé
Location in France
Saint-Rémy-de-Sillé
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France |
| Region | Pays de la Loire |
| Department | Sarthe |
| Arrondissement | Mamers |
| Canton | Sillé-le-Guillaume |
| Intercommunality | Champagne Conlinoise et Pays de Sillé |
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11.25 km2 (4.34 sq mi) |
| Population
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| Demonym(s) | Saint-Rémois, Saint-rémoises |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
72315 /72140
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| Elevation | 119–187 m (390–614 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Rémy-de-Sillé 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 and is part of the Sarthe department.
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Exploring Saint-Rémy-de-Sillé
Saint-Rémy-de-Sillé is a peaceful place with a rich history. It is one of many communes that make up the beautiful French countryside. Communes are like small local government areas in France.
Where is Saint-Rémy-de-Sillé Located?
This commune is situated in the Sarthe department. The Sarthe department is known for its green landscapes and charming villages. It's part of the larger Pays de la Loire region, which is in western France. This region is famous for its castles and the Loire River.
Geographical Details
Saint-Rémy-de-Sillé covers an area of about 11.25 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 1,125 football fields! The land here is not completely flat. Its elevation ranges from 119 meters (about 390 feet) to 187 meters (about 613 feet) above sea level. This means it has some gentle hills.
Who Lives in Saint-Rémy-de-Sillé?
The people who live in Saint-Rémy-de-Sillé are called Saint-Rémois (for males) or Saint-Rémoises (for females). The population of the commune is recorded regularly. You can find the exact number in the infobox at the top of this page.
Local Government and Leadership
Like all communes in France, Saint-Rémy-de-Sillé has a mayor who leads the local government. The mayor helps manage the town and its services. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Alain Horpin. The commune also works with other nearby towns in a group called "Champagne Conlinoise et Pays de Sillé." This helps them share resources and work together on bigger projects.
