Val-de-Virvée facts for kids
Val-de-Virvée is a special kind of town or local area in France. It is located in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, which is a large area in the southwest of France. Within this region, Val-de-Virvée is part of the Gironde department. A department is like a county or a smaller administrative area.
Val-de-Virvée was created on January 1, 2016. It was formed by joining three smaller towns together: Aubie-et-Espessas, Saint-Antoine, and Salignac. The main office or "seat" of Val-de-Virvée is in Aubie-et-Espessas.
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About Val-de-Virvée
Val-de-Virvée is a relatively new commune, formed to bring together smaller communities. This helps with local government and services. It is located in a beautiful part of southwestern France, known for its landscapes and history.
Where is Val-de-Virvée Located?
Val-de-Virvée is found in the Gironde department. The Gironde department is the largest department in mainland France. It is famous for its vineyards, especially around the city of Bordeaux. The department is part of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, which is one of the largest regions in France. This region stretches from the Atlantic coast to the mountains.
How Val-de-Virvée Was Formed
Before 2016, Aubie-et-Espessas, Saint-Antoine, and Salignac were separate communes. A commune is the smallest administrative division in France. Think of it as a local town or village with its own mayor and local council. On January 1, 2016, these three communes decided to merge. They formed a new, larger commune called Val-de-Virvée. This kind of merger often happens to make local government more efficient and to share resources better.
The Former Communes
- Aubie-et-Espessas: This town is now the main center of Val-de-Virvée. It likely has the main administrative buildings.
- Saint-Antoine: This was another small commune that joined the new group.
- Salignac: The third commune that became part of Val-de-Virvée.
Joining these towns helps them work together on things like schools, roads, and other public services. It also helps them have a stronger voice in the larger department and region.
