Berrien, Finistère facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Berrien
|
||
|---|---|---|
The main road in Berrien
|
||
|
||
 Berrien
Location in France
Berrien
Location in Brittany
|
||
| Country | France | |
| Region | Brittany | |
| Department | Finistère | |
| Arrondissement | Châteaulin | |
| Canton | Carhaix-Plouguer | |
| Intercommunality | Monts d'Arrée | |
| Area
1
|
56.42 km2 (21.78 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
|
892 | |
| • Density | 15.810/km2 (40.948/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
29007 /29690
|
|
| Elevation | 92–355 m (302–1,165 ft) | |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
.svg)
Berrien is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the northwest of France. It is part of the region called Brittany and belongs to the Finistère department.
What is Berrien?
Berrien is a commune, which is like a local government area in France. It's a bit like a town or a small district. Each commune has its own mayor and local council that helps run things for the people living there.
Where is Berrien Located?
Berrien is found in the beautiful region of Brittany, which is known for its rugged coastline and unique culture. It's in the Finistère department, which is the westernmost part of mainland France. This area is often called the "end of the land" because of its location.
How Many People Live There?
As of January 2019, about 892 people live in Berrien. This makes it a small community, where people likely know each other well. The commune covers an area of about 56.42 square kilometers (about 21.78 square miles).
Who is the Mayor?
The mayor of Berrien is Paul Quéméner. He was elected for the term from 2014 to 2020. The mayor is in charge of managing the commune's daily affairs, like local services and public works.
