Requerais

Requerais is a small commune situated in the north‑eastern part of France within the department of Aube. Covering an area of approximately 9 square kilometres, it lies in the agricultural heartland of the Champagne‑Ardenne region, surrounded by gentle rolling plains that are primarily used for grain cultivation and livestock grazing. The village’s elevation ranges from 120 to 200 metres above sea level, giving it a mild continental climate with warm summers and cool winters.

The history of Requerais dates back to the medieval era, when it first appears in land charters of the 12th century. Throughout the Middle Ages it was part of the seigneurial holdings of the local barons of Troyes. The village experienced significant upheaval during the Wars of Religion, with several small-scale skirmishes recorded in the local archives. During the French Revolution it was incorporated into the newly created department of Aube and the municipality was officially established in 1790.

In contemporary times Requerais remains a quiet rural community of around 200 inhabitants, according to the latest census. The local economy is dominated by agriculture, with a particular emphasis on cereal crops such as wheat and barley. The commune is served by a primary school that caters to children from the village and surrounding hamlets, while secondary education is accessed in the larger town of Troyes. The town hall, a modest 18th‑century building, serves as the centre for civic life.

Requerais is occasionally mentioned in regional cultural studies as an example of traditional French rural settlement patterns. Its architecture reflects typical regional styles, featuring stone‑walled houses, a 17th‑century church, and a communal war memorial that commemorates residents who fought in the First and Second World Wars. The commune remains a representative snapshot of central French rural heritage.