Saint-Germain-le-Guillaume is a small rural commune situated in the Mayenne department. It lies within the administrative region of Pays de la Loire in northwest France. According to official figures cited for 2007, the commune had about 410 inhabitants, though local population numbers can vary and more recent counts may differ.
Geography and administration
The village occupies typical bocage countryside found in the Mayenne area, with a mix of small fields, hedgerows and wooded parcels. Administratively it is part of the Mayenne department, governed by a municipal council and a mayor who manage local services, planning and community life. Rural communes of this size often share public services with nearby communes to cover education, waste collection and civil registry tasks.
History and character
Like many small settlements in this part of France, Saint-Germain-le-Guillaume likely has medieval roots centered on a parish church and agricultural estate. Its built heritage typically includes a parish church, farmhouses and modest public buildings. The name combines the dedication to Saint Germain with a local family or historical landowner surname, a pattern common to French toponyms.
Economy, landmarks and daily life
Economic activity is mainly agricultural and small-scale: livestock, mixed cropping and services that support local residents. Community life often revolves around the church, a town hall, and seasonal events. Notable local features may include a historic church, rural lanes and traditional stone or half-timbered houses.
Practical information and further reading
- For administrative details and official notices consult the commune's page or departmental resources via the links above.
- Demographic figures are periodically updated by national statistics agencies; the 2007 figure provided here is a snapshot rather than a current count.
For additional context about the region's geography and administration, see regional guides and departmental records accessible through the links in this article.