MontlouissurLoire

MontlouissurLoire is a commune in the Loire department in central France. It is situated along the Loire River, from which the town takes its name, and is part of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. The municipality comprises a historic town center overlooking the river and surrounding agricultural lands.

The landscape includes riverbanks, mixed farmland, and small wooded hills. The climate is temperate, with mild winters and warm summers; the Loire floodplain influences local agriculture and biodiversity.

Evidence of settlement in MontlouissurLoire dates to the medieval period. The village grew around a feudal manor and a parish church. In the centuries that followed, it developed as an agricultural and artisanal community. It became an official commune during the French Revolution and saw modest industrialization in the 19th century before returning to a predominantly rural economy.

As of the latest census, MontlouissurLoire has around 3,600 inhabitants. The commune is governed by a mayor and a municipal council, and is part of the Communauté de communes du Val de Loire.

Economy remains centered on agriculture, with cereals and vegetables grown for regional markets. Small manufacturing and local services support the economy, along with tourism drawn by the river setting and historic sites. Transportation includes regional roads and a local train service linking nearby towns; there is also a riverfront promenade and cycle paths.

Notable sites include the parish church of Saint-Léger and the remains of a medieval fortress, as well as a 19th-century town hall. The Loire offers leisure activities such as boating and riverside walks. The town participates in cultural events and maintains partnerships with twin towns in Europe.