Mairie déléguée de Blaslay

Mairie déléguée de Blaslay is the local administrative office of the former commune of Blaslay, located in the Vienne department (86) in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, within the historical province of Poitou. Since 1 January 2017, Blaslay has existed as a delegated commune within the newly created commune of Saint-Martin-la-Pallu, formed by merging several neighboring villages of the area. Despite the change in administrative status, the former village kept its own office to handle local matters for residents.

Where is Blaslay located?

Blaslay sits in the heart of rural Poitou, not far from larger centers of the Vienne department such as Poitiers and Châtellerault. The surrounding landscape is typical of the region: farmland and small villages scattered across gently rolling countryside. The postal code is 86170, shared with the whole commune of Saint-Martin-la-Pallu.

What is a mairie déléguée, and why visit here?

A mairie déléguée, or delegated town hall, is an institution specific to the French administrative system that emerged after the reform merging small communes into so-called "communes nouvelles." Former communes such as Blaslay retain a local identity and a point of contact with the administration this way, even though they are no longer independent units. For travelers exploring the Poitou region, a village like this offers a starting point for discovering rural France away from the crowds, at the pace of a small farming community.

How to get there and when can administrative matters be handled?

The mairie déléguée is located on Place de l'Église, the church square at the center of the village — a layout typical of small Poitou settlements, where the church and the town hall stand side by side. The office receives visitors during limited hours: Monday and Tuesday from 9:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 18:00, and Friday from 9:00 to 13:00. On other days, residents of Blaslay are served by the main office of Saint-Martin-la-Pallu. The office can be reached by phone at +33 5 49 54 13 24.

What else is worth knowing about the area?

The Vienne department, where Blaslay lies, is best known for Poitiers, the historic regional capital with Romanesque architecture and a university, and for Futuroscope, one of the largest theme parks in central France. The area around Blaslay itself remains a typical example of rural Poitou: wide open fields, small parish churches, and clusters of farm buildings, where life still revolves around agriculture and the local community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blaslay still an independent commune? No. Since 2017, Blaslay has been a delegated commune within Saint-Martin-la-Pallu, a new commune formed by merging several villages in the Vienne department.

Where exactly is the town hall located? The mairie déléguée is on Place de l'Église, at the center of the former village of Blaslay, postal code 86170.

What are the office's opening hours? Monday and Tuesday: 9:00–13:00 and 14:00–18:00. Friday: 9:00–13:00. The office is closed on Wednesday, Thursday, and weekends.

How can I contact the office by phone? The contact number is +33 5 49 54 13 24.