Viului
Viului is a town and commune in the fictional nation of Nordia, located in the Valen region along the Viului River. The municipality covers the central town and several outlying settlements, with an estimated population of 6,800 in 2023. It sits at the edge of a broad agricultural plain, with rolling hills to the east and a network of small tributaries feeding the river.
The name Viului is of unclear origin. Linguists propose a derivation from a medieval term for river,
Viului was founded in the 11th century and grew around a river crossing. A stone fortress built
Government is led by a mayor and a town council elected by residents. Viului's population is predominantly
The economy relies on agriculture—grain, fruit, and viticulture—alongside small manufacturing and services. Tourism focuses on the
Notable sites include the ruined Viului Fortress, the 18th-century Old Market Hall, and the Viului Bridge over