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Lannédern

Lannedern
Lannédern 22 L'église, vue générale. A l'arrière-plan les Monts d'Arrée et le Mont Saint-Michel-de-Brasparts.JPG
Lannédern is located in France
Lannédern
Lannédern
Location in France
Lannédern is located in Brittany
Lannédern
Lannédern
Location in Brittany
Country France
Region Brittany
Department Finistère
Arrondissement Châteaulin
Canton Briec
Intercommunality Région de Pleyben
Area
1
12.43 km2 (4.80 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2019)
290
 • Density 23.3/km2 (60.4/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
29115 /29190
Elevation 80–201 m (262–659 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Lannédern (Breton: Lannedern) is a small town in France. It is called a commune. You can find it in the region called Brittany. This region is in the northwest part of France. Lannédern is also part of the Finistère department.

Discovering Lannédern

Lannédern is a quiet and charming commune. It is located in the beautiful countryside of Brittany. This area is known for its green landscapes and rich history.

Where is Lannédern Located?

Lannédern is in the Finistère department. This department is at the very tip of the Brittany region. It's in the northwest of France. The commune is surrounded by nature. It is close to the Monts d'Arrée hills.

What is a French Commune?

In France, a commune is like a local town or village. It is the smallest way to divide the country for local government. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services. Lannédern is one of many communes in France.

How Many People Live Here?

As of January 2019, about 290 people live in Lannédern. This makes it a very small community. Small communes often have a close-knit feel. Everyone knows each other.

The Mayor of Lannédern

The mayor is the leader of the commune. They are elected by the people who live there. The mayor helps make decisions for the town. They work to improve life for everyone in Lannédern. Georges Pouliquen was the mayor from 2014 to 2020.

Nature Around Lannédern

Lannédern is located between 80 and 201 meters above sea level. This means it has some hills and valleys. The area is part of the Monts d'Arrée. These are ancient mountains. They offer great views and places to explore. You can see the Mont Saint-Michel-de-Brasparts in the distance. This is a famous hill with a chapel on top.

What is Brittany Like?

Brittany is a region with a unique culture. It has its own language, Breton, which is spoken by some people. The region is famous for its rugged coastline, delicious seafood, and ancient myths. Lannédern is a small piece of this rich cultural tapestry.

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