Fontaines-sur-Marne
A community guide to Fontaines-sur-Marne in Grand Est, la France.
- Population
- 160 residents
- Region
- Grand Est
- Country
- la France
- Coordinates
- 48.5458, 5.1050
Overview
Fontaines-sur-Marne is a populated place in Grand Est, la France. The community supports 160 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Grand Est. Its position within the broader regional network gives Fontaines-sur-Marne a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Climate
The climate at Fontaines-sur-Marne is temperate, with marked seasonal variation between summer and winter, reflecting its location at latitude 48.55 within la France. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Fontaines-sur-Marne experience. Visitors planning a trip to Fontaines-sur-Marne should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Geography and location
Fontaines-sur-Marne sits at approximate coordinates 48.5458 latitude and 5.1050 longitude within Grand Est. The terrain and natural features around Fontaines-sur-Marne reflect those typical of its part of la France, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Grand Est road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Economy and services
The economy of Fontaines-sur-Marne reflects small-scale community commerce, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Grand Est. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Grand Est and la France. Businesses based in Fontaines-sur-Marne draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.