Percy-en-Auge is a former commune located in the Calvados department in the Normandy region of northwestern France. It was a rural municipality situated within the natural and historical region of Pays d'Auge, renowned for its picturesque landscapes, traditional Norman architecture, cider, and cheese production.
History: Like many smaller communes in France, Percy-en-Auge underwent administrative reforms in the 21st century. On 1 January 2017, it was merged with several other communes to form the new commune of Mézidon Vallée d'Auge. This consolidation was part of a wider movement in France aimed at streamlining local governance and services.
Geography: Percy-en-Auge was situated in the eastern part of the Calvados department, approximately 30 kilometers southeast of Caen. Its location within the Pays d'Auge meant it shared characteristics common to the area, including rolling hills, hedgerows, and a climate suitable for orchards and pastures. The landscape is typically agrarian, with scattered farms and hamlets.
Culture and Economy: Historically, the economy of Percy-en-Auge, like much of the Pays d'Auge, was predominantly agricultural, focusing on livestock farming, dairy production (especially for Camembert and Livarot cheeses), and apple cultivation for cider and calvados (apple brandy). The region's distinct cultural heritage is visible in its half-timbered houses and strong culinary traditions.
See also:
- Mézidon Vallée d'Auge
- Calvados (department)
- Normandy
- Pays d'Auge