Lennon, Finistère facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lennon
Lennon
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The town hall and post office in Lennon
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 Lennon
Location in France
Lennon
Location in Brittany
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| Country | France |
| Region | Brittany |
| Department | Finistère |
| Arrondissement | Châteaulin |
| Canton | Briec |
| Intercommunality | Région de Pleyben |
| Area
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22.94 km2 (8.86 sq mi) |
| Population
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784 |
| • Density | 34.176/km2 (88.52/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
29123 /29190
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| Elevation | 27–151 m (89–495 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Lennon (which is Lennon in the local Breton language) is a small town, also called a commune, located in the northwest of France. It's part of the Brittany region and the Finistère department. Think of a commune as a local government area, like a small town or village with its own mayor and council.
What is Lennon Like?
Lennon is a quiet place with a population of about 784 people as of January 2019. It's nestled in a beautiful part of France, known for its green landscapes and rich history. The town sits at different heights, from 27 meters (about 89 feet) above sea level to 151 meters (about 495 feet). This means it has some gentle hills and valleys.
Where is Lennon Located?
Lennon is in the Finistère department, which is the westernmost part of Brittany. Brittany is a peninsula, meaning it's surrounded by water on three sides. This region is famous for its rugged coastline, ancient stone structures, and unique culture, which includes its own language, Breton.
Nearby Areas
Lennon is part of the Châteaulin arrondissement and the Briec canton. These are ways France divides its areas for administrative purposes. The town also works with other nearby towns in a group called Région de Pleyben. This helps them share resources and manage things like public services.
Who Leads Lennon?
Like all communes in France, Lennon has a mayor who is in charge of the town's local government. The mayor helps make decisions for the community and manages local services. From 2014 to 2020, the mayor of Lennon was Jean-Luc Vigouroux. The mayor and the town council work together to make sure Lennon is a good place to live for its residents.
