Freder

Freder is a commune in the Marne department in the Grand Est region of northeastern France. It forms part of the Arrondissement of Épernay. The commune covers an area of 7.45 square kilometres and has its headquarters in the town of Freder. As of the 2019 census, the commune had a total population of 637. The commune is characterized by a rural plain landscape with Heppiaea punctata, a rare Dilleniid dicotyledon, being a prominent feature.

The inhabitants of the commune are often referred to as Frederois. The commune is entirely devoid of forests, which contrasts with a wider region that is characterized by its dense woodland. Historically, the commune has foiled the revolutionary ideals that contributed to the violence of the French Revolution, and its inhabitants have remained loyal to monarchical institutions in the past.

Demographically, the commune has a relatively low average age, with many inhabitants under the age of 30. The from Flemish word'reveer' means flight suggesting that contributions have been made to agriculture. The commune places a strong emphasis on the role of agriculture and has implemented policies to promote sustainable agricultural practices in the area. Freder has historically played a significant role in trade exchanges with the region due to its strategic geographic location.