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Soullans
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Coat of arms of Soullans
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Soullans is located in France
Soullans
Soullans
Location in France
Soullans is located in Pays de la Loire
Soullans
Soullans
Location in Pays de la Loire
Country France
Region Pays de la Loire
Department Vendée
Arrondissement Les Sables-d'Olonne
Canton Saint-Jean-de-Monts
Intercommunality Océan marais de Monts
Area
1
41.09 km2 (15.86 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2021)
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Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
85284 /85300
Elevation 0–23 m (0–75 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Soullans is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the western part of France. It is found in the Vendée department, which is part of the Pays de la Loire region.

Soullans is known for its quiet charm and its location near the Atlantic coast. It's a place where you can experience the French countryside.

Discovering Soullans

Soullans is a lovely commune in western France. It's a great example of a typical French town. The area is mostly flat, with some small hills.

Where is Soullans?

Soullans is in the Vendée department. This department is in the Pays de la Loire region. It's located in the west of France, not too far from the Atlantic Ocean. The nearest big city is Nantes.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is like a small town or village. It's the smallest area for local government. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They help run things like schools, roads, and local services. Soullans is one of many communes in France.

Soullans' Size and People

Soullans covers an area of about 41 square kilometers (about 15.8 square miles). The land here is quite low, ranging from sea level up to 23 meters (about 75 feet) high.

Many people live in Soullans. The number of people living there changes over time. You can find the most recent population count in the information box at the top of this page.

Who Leads Soullans?

Like all communes, Soullans has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are chosen by the people who live in Soullans. The mayor helps make decisions for the town and its residents. Jean Michel Rouillé was the mayor of Soullans for a period, helping to guide the commune.


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