Öries

Öries is a fictional municipality in the country of Lyria, used here for an encyclopedic entry. Located in the Välmark region, it serves as the administrative seat of the Öries parish and surrounding rural areas. The name, from old dialect for "eagle island," reflects historical lore. The municipality covers about 85 square kilometers of farmland, forests, and small settlements.

Öries lies along the Ör River, with gentle hills and mixed land use. The climate is temperate, with mild summers and cool winters, moderated by maritime air. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year.

The locality is first mentioned in 12th-century records as Oriensis. It developed as a market town in the late Middle Ages and gained municipal status in the 19th century. The arrival of the railway in the late 1800s supported dairy and grain production.

As of 2023, Öries has about 6,200 residents. The population is primarily Lyrian-speaking, with regional dialects present. Local government is a mayor and a 12-member council, elected for four-year terms; the municipality belongs to Välmark County.

The economy relies on agriculture—dairy, barley, and orchards—alongside light manufacturing and services. Öries is known for regional cheese and the annual Harvest Festival in autumn. Landmarks include the Old Mill and Saint Helga's Church, reflecting traditional architecture.

Transport includes a regional rail stop on the Central Lyrian Line and local roads; there is no airport. Education comprises a primary and a lower secondary school; upper secondary students attend nearby towns, with ties to Lyrian University for higher studies.

Notable fictional residents include the 19th-century botanist Elin Norh and contemporary writer Kaito Oresen, both associated with local institutions in this imagined setting.