Saint-Luperce is a commune in the Eure‑et‑Loir department in the Centre-Val de Loire region of north‑central France. It is administratively part of the Chartres arrondissement and the canton of Chartres‑2. The commune is a member of the Communauté d’agglomération Chartres Métropole, an intercommunal structure centered on the city of Chartres.
Geography
Saint‑Luperce lies approximately 5 kilometres southeast of the historic city of Chartres. The terrain is gently undulating, with elevations ranging from 128 metres to 157 metres above sea level. The total land area of the commune is 14.41 square kilometres.
Administration
- INSEE code: 28353
- Postal code: 28630
- Mayor (2020–2026): Jean‑Marc Levy
Demographics
According to the most recent census data available (2019), Saint‑Luperce had a population of 709 inhabitants. The population density is therefore roughly 49 inhabitants per square kilometre. Historical population trends show modest growth in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, typical of rural communes in the vicinity of Chartres.
History and Culture
The name “Saint‑Luperce” derives from a local dedication to Saint Lupercus (or Luperculus), a saint venerated in the region during the early medieval period. The central landmark of the commune is the parish church of Saint‑Luperce, a structure exhibiting architectural elements from the 12th‑century Romanesque style, with later Gothic modifications. The church and surrounding village layout reflect the historical development of a rural settlement serving the agricultural hinterland of Chartres.
Economy
The local economy is predominantly agricultural, with cereal cultivation, dairy farming, and horticulture forming the main economic activities. Proximity to Chartres provides additional employment opportunities for residents in the service and retail sectors.
Education and Services
Saint‑Luperce hosts a primary school that serves the local community; secondary education facilities are located in Chartres. Municipal services include a town hall (mairie), a community centre, and a small public library. Public transport connections to Chartres are facilitated by regional bus lines.
See also
- Communes of the Eure‑et‑Loir department
- Chartres metropolitan area
This article summarizes verified information available from French governmental databases and regional historical records.