Fay, Orne

Fay is a commune in the Orne department in northwestern France. It is part of the Normandy region. Fay is a small rural village situated in the Pays d'Auge, an area known for its rolling hills, apple orchards, and dairy farms.

The Orne department is one of the original 83 departments created during the French Revolution on March 4, 1790. It encompasses a portion of the former province of Normandy. Alençon serves as its prefecture, while Argentan is its subprefecture. The department is characterized by its varied landscape, including the Perche Regional Natural Park and the Norman Switzerland area, known for its gorges and cliffs. Agriculture and tourism are key industries in the Orne.