Huisseau-sur-Cosson, Rural commune in Loir-et-Cher department, France.
Huisseau-sur-Cosson covers 22.8 square kilometers at 87 meters elevation, crossed by the Cosson River and surrounded by forests in the Centre-Val de Loire region with over 2,300 residents.
The village experienced significant growth during Francis I's reign due to Château de Chambord construction, attracting numerous artisans who contributed to this major architectural project and brought prosperity to the area.
Local heritage features the 12th-century Church of Saint-Étienne-Saint-My, the 17th-century classified Grotteaux estate, and Saint-My Fountain, representing the area's religious and architectural traditions over centuries.
The town hall at 253 Route de Chambord serves residents during regular hours, while the commune operates two public primary schools and hosts a weekly market every Wednesday morning in the central square.
The twin oak trees in Boulogne Forest stand 32 meters tall and are 350 years old, having sprouted around 1669 during Louis XIV's reign when Colbert issued his ordinance on waters and forests.
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