Flers, Administrative commune in Normandy, France
Flers is a town in Normandy located in the Orne department, situated at about 189 meters (620 feet) elevation. The community spans roughly 21 square kilometers and mixes residential neighborhoods with a historical center around its castle.
The settlement began in the 12th century when the de Flers family built a wooden fortress that was later rebuilt in stone and surrounded by water. This castle remained the town's defining landmark through the medieval and early modern periods.
The castle in the center now houses a museum displaying artworks and exploring how manufacturing shaped the town's identity and daily life. Visitors can see how local industries influenced the community and its architecture.
A train station offers regular connections to Paris and Granville, making travel convenient for visitors arriving by rail. Local bus services provide easy access around town and to nearby areas.
Allied bombing in June 1944 destroyed about 80 percent of the town, yet it rebuilt itself with a modern layout while preserving key historic buildings. Today, this mix of old and new remains visible throughout the community.
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