Valmere

Valmere is a municipality and river valley located in the fictional region of Eastreach within the country of Meridia. The town sits along the Valmere River, about 60 kilometers northeast of the regional capital, and lies within a landscape of rolling hills, farms, and deciduous woodlands.

Valmere forms a linear settlement along the Valmere River, bordered by wooded hills. The valley is fertile and supports apple orchards, dairy farming, and small-scale manufacturing. The climate is temperate, with warm summers and cold winters, and rainfall is distributed through the year.

Human activity in the valley dates to at least the 12th century, centered on a ford and a flour mill. It gained municipal status in the 19th century and developed with the arrival of the railway in 1889, contributing to population growth and the establishment of crafts and trades.

As of the latest census, the municipality has about 7,800 residents. The local government operates under a mayor-council system, with a council of 12 members elected to four-year terms. Valmere is part of the Eastreach District.

Agriculture remains prominent, with apples, dairy, and grains; a small textile and packaging plant operates in the town center. The economy benefits from a regional road network, while there is no rail line within the town, with the nearest station in a nearby city. A primary school, a public library, and a community clinic serve residents.

Valmere hosts an annual Harvest Festival; points of interest include the Old Mill, Valmere Gorge, and Pinecrest Forest Reserve, popular with hikers and birdwatchers.