Condé-sur-Noireau, former commune in Calvados, France
Condé-sur-Noireau is a small town in Normandy that sits beside the Noireau River and is part of the Calvados department. The place features narrow streets with old stone and brick buildings, a market square with a town hall, and an 18th-century church.
The town was under English control during the 15th century and belonged to Sir John Fastolf's territory, whose castle was an important stronghold. Later it played a role during the Hundred Years War and experienced changes through conflicts between France and England.
The town takes its name from the Noireau River that flows through it and shapes the streets. Residents gather regularly at the market and in cafes, where they do their daily shopping and chat with neighbors.
The town is small and easily walkable, with a market held every Thursday morning in the square where locals buy fresh produce and crafts. Visitors can stroll along the river, explore the old streets, and visit the town hall and local shops during daytime opening hours.
The town is surrounded by the Suisse Normande region, an area known for rolling hills and small rivers that attract hikers and picnickers. Visitors can easily explore this nearby countryside and see how the rural surroundings influence the town's daily life and traditions.
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