Oradour-sur-Glane
A community guide to Oradour-sur-Glane in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, la France.
- Population
- 2,550 residents
- Region
- Nouvelle-Aquitaine
- Country
- la France
- Coordinates
- 45.9333, 1.0308
Overview
Oradour-sur-Glane is a populated place in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, la France. The community supports 2,550 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Its position within the broader regional network gives Oradour-sur-Glane a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Climate
The climate at Oradour-sur-Glane is temperate, with marked seasonal variation between summer and winter, reflecting its location at latitude 45.93 within la France. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Oradour-sur-Glane experience. Visitors planning a trip to Oradour-sur-Glane should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Geography and location
Oradour-sur-Glane sits at approximate coordinates 45.9333 latitude and 1.0308 longitude within Nouvelle-Aquitaine. The terrain and natural features around Oradour-sur-Glane reflect those typical of its part of la France, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Nouvelle-Aquitaine road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Community and amenities
Oradour-sur-Glane offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in Nouvelle-Aquitaine: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Oradour-sur-Glane's residents. Visitors passing through Oradour-sur-Glane encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.