Maillezais is a commune in the Vendée department of the Pays de la Loire region in western France. The town is located in the Marais Poitevin, a large marshland area, and is known for its rich history and heritage. The town has a temperate oceanic climate, with mild winters and warm summers. Maillezais was once an important religious center, and the ruins of its abbey are still a major tourist attraction. The town also has a number of other historical sites, including a castle and a medieval bridge.
Famous Persons from Maillezais, Pays de la Loire, France
- Elrick Irastorza - Born on September 29, 1950 - Military officer - Commander of the National Order of Merit | Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour
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