SaintClairsurEpte

Saint-Clair-sur-Epte is a commune in the Eure department in the Normandy region of northern France. It lies in the Epte valley, in a rural part of the department, and its name reflects the local parish and the Epte river that runs through the area.

Historically, the village is associated with the Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte, signed in 911, when King Charles the Simple established the boundary that would become the Duchy of Normandy under Rollo. The treaty helped shape the medieval political landscape of western France and contributed to the emergence of a distinct Norman state. The locality developed as an agricultural community through the Middle Ages and into the modern era, with village life centered on the church, farmsteads, and local trades.

Geography and landscape features include farmland bounded by hedgerows and small woodlands typical of the Normandy countryside. The Epte river and its tributaries influence local agriculture and biodiversity, and the area experiences a temperate oceanic climate with relatively mild summers and cool winters.

Demographics and economy: Saint-Clair-sur-Epte has a small population characteristic of rural communes. The local economy centers on agriculture, small businesses, and residents who commute to nearby towns for work. Public services and local associations play a role in community life.

Landmarks and culture: Notable features include the parish church dating from the medieval period and traditional rural architecture, along with monuments that reflect the village’s historical heritage. The commune preserves a quiet rural character that is common to the Eure department.