Crosville-la-Vieille is a commune in the Calvados department of the Normandy region in north‑western France. It is administratively part of the arrondissement of Lisieux and the canton of Pont‑l'Évêque. The commune’s INSEE code is 14195 and its postal code is 14800.
Geography
Crosville-la-Vieille is situated in the Pays d’Auge, a traditionally agricultural area characterized by rolling hills and mixed pasture‑and‑orchard landscapes. The commune lies to the north‑east of the town of Lisieux and is accessible via departmental roads that connect it to neighbouring villages and larger regional routes.
Administration
Like other French communes, Crosville-la-Vieille is governed by a municipal council headed by a mayor elected for a six‑year term. The council is responsible for local services, urban planning, and implementation of national policies at the commune level.
Demography
Population data for the commune are compiled by the French National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE). Recent censuses record a small, rural population of a few hundred inhabitants, reflecting the low‑density settlement pattern typical of the area.
History
The toponym “Crosville” derives from the Old French elements cros (a crossing or ford) and ville (a settlement). The qualifier “la Vieille” (“the old”) distinguishes the locality from nearby settlements bearing the name Crosville. Historical references to the commune appear in archival documents dating back to the medieval period, indicating a long‑standing agricultural community.
Economy and Land Use
The local economy is predominantly agricultural, with dairy farming, apple orchards for cider production, and mixed livestock being the main activities. Small‑scale artisanal and service enterprises serve the residents and surrounding rural population.
Cultural and Heritage Sites
Crosville-la-Vieille contains a parish church dating from the 12th‑13th centuries, reflecting the Romanesque and early Gothic architectural styles typical of the region. The commune’s built heritage includes traditional Normandy stone houses and farmsteads.
Transportation
Road transport is the primary means of access, with departmental routes linking the commune to Lislisieux, Pont‑l'Évêque, and neighboring villages. Public transport options are limited, reflecting the rural character of the area.
See also
- Communes of the Calvados department
- Normandy region
References
- Institut National de la Statistique et des Études Économiques (INSEE) – Commune files.
- Official publications of the Calvados departmental authorities.
This entry reflects information available from official French statistical and administrative sources as of the latest published data.