Vassy, Calvados facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vassy
|
||
|---|---|---|
Saint Martin Notre-Dame et Saint André
|
||
|
||
 Vassy
Location in France
Vassy
Location in Normandy
|
||
| Country | France | |
| Region | Normandy | |
| Department | Calvados | |
| Arrondissement | Vire | |
| Canton | Condé-sur-Noireau | |
| Area
1
|
31.01 km2 (11.97 sq mi) | |
| Population
(2009)
|
1,774 | |
| • Density | 57.207/km2 (148.17/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14726 /14410
|
|
| Elevation | 103–260 m (338–853 ft) | |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Vassy was once a small town, or commune, located in the northwest of France. It was part of the region called Basse-Normandie. Vassy was also found in the department known as Calvados.
On January 1, 2016, Vassy joined with several other nearby communes. They all came together to form a new, larger commune. This new commune is now called Valdallière.
Contents
Where is Vassy Located?
Vassy was situated in the Calvados department. This area is in the Lower Normandy region of France. It is known for its beautiful countryside. The closest larger town is Vire.
Vassy's Geography
The land in Vassy had different heights. The lowest point was about 103 meters (338 feet) above sea level. The highest point reached 260 meters (853 feet). The total area of Vassy was about 31.01 square kilometers (11.97 square miles). This is roughly the size of a small city.
People of Vassy
In 2009, about 1,774 people lived in Vassy. These people were called the residents of the commune. They lived in homes spread across the town and its surrounding areas.
How Vassy Was Governed
Like all communes in France, Vassy had a local government. This government was led by a person called the mayor. The mayor helped manage the town's daily life.
The Mayor of Vassy
From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Vassy was Michel Roca. The mayor is chosen by the people living in the commune. They help make decisions for the community. These decisions include things like local services and town planning.
A New Beginning: Valdallière
In 2016, Vassy became part of a bigger group. It merged with other communes to create Valdallière. This merger helps towns work together. They can share resources and plan for the future. This often makes local government more efficient.
Related pages
See also
In Spanish: Vassy (Calvados) para niños
