Overview
Chevaigné-du-Maine is a small French commune located in the department of Mayenne within the region of Pays de la Loire. It lies in the northwestern part of the country and is characteristic of the sparsely populated rural communities found in this part of France. The official coordinates are 48°26′N 0°23′W, often written in decimal form as 48.433°N, 0.383°W.
Geography and characteristics
The commune occupies a small area of gently rolling countryside typical of Mayenne, with farmland, hedgerows and small wooded areas. Local roads connect Chevaigné-du-Maine to neighboring villages and larger market towns. The landscape supports mixed agriculture and contributes to the region's pastoral character.
Administration and demographics
As an administrative unit in Pays de la Loire, Chevaigné-du-Maine is governed by a municipal council and mayor as are all French communes. The recorded population was 206 inhabitants in 1999, reflecting its status as a small rural settlement; like many such communes, population may fluctuate over time due to migration and demographic change.
History and name
The village has roots typical of northwestern France: settlement patterns dating to medieval times and earlier agricultural development. The place-name Chevaigné-du-Maine combines a local toponym with the historical province name "Maine," indicating its geographical and cultural links to the historic territory. Local heritage often centers on a parish church and scattered farmsteads.
Economy, culture and local life
Economic activity is largely agricultural, with dairy, mixed crops and livestock prominent in the surrounding area. Community life tends to revolve around communal events, the village hall and religious or seasonal festivals. Visitors exploring rural Mayenne may find walking routes, traditional architecture and quiet countryside experiences.
Notable facts and access
- Region: Pays de la Loire.
- Department: Mayenne.
- Location: northwest France, rural setting with agricultural surroundings.
- Coordinates: 48°26′N 0°23′W.
For administrative details, local events or visitor information, official departmental and regional resources provide the most current data and contacts; see municipal listings and regional guides linked through local portals and archives (commune information).