mäts

Mäts is a fictional municipality in the western part of the fictional country of Nordia. It comprises the town center and surrounding rural areas, spanning about 68 square kilometers. The terrain is a mix of flat coastal plains, small forests, and farmland; the Mäts River flows through the town and feeds into nearby Lake Silja. The population is about 3,900 residents.

History: The area shows settlement dating to the medieval era. The town received its charter in the 17th century, and the 19th century brought rail access that spurred growth in forestry, agriculture, and small manufacturing. In the 20th century Mäts modernized its public services and education system.

Economy: The local economy centers on forestry and timber processing, dairy farming, and light manufacturing. The service sector, including retail and tourism, accounts for a growing share of employment and activity.

Culture and society: Mäts hosts an annual late-summer festival called Mätsdagen, featuring markets, music and crafts. The town preserves several 18th–19th-century buildings and maintains a regional dialect that reflects its historical ties to the surrounding countryside.

Governance and infrastructure: Mäts is governed by a 15-member municipal council and a mayor. It is connected by a regional road network and the Nordia commuter railway line, with a central station in the town center. Public facilities include two primary schools, a secondary school, a library, and a county hospital.

See also: Nordia; List of municipalities in Nordia.