Névez facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Névez Nevez
Commune
The beach at Port-Manec'h
Névez Location in France Show map of France Névez Location in Brittany Show map of Brittany
Country	France
Region	Brittany
Department	Finistère
Arrondissement	Quimper
Canton	Moëlan-sur-Mer
Intercommunality	Concarneau-Cornouaille
Area 1	25.37 km2 (9.80 sq mi)
Population  (Jan. 2021)	Lua error in Module:Wd at line 1,575: attempt to index field 'wikibase' (a nil value).
Time zone	UTC+01:00 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code	29153 /29920
Elevation	0–48 m (0–157 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Névez (which is Nevez in the local Breton language) is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the northwest of France. It's part of the beautiful region called Brittany, specifically in the Finistère department.

What is a Commune?

A commune is like a local government area in France. Think of it as a town or a village with its own local council and mayor. Névez is one of many communes that make up France.

Where is Névez Located?

Névez is found in the Finistère department, which is at the very western tip of Brittany. This area is known for its stunning coastline and rich history. Névez itself is close to the sea, with some parts right on the coast.

Life and Scenery in Névez

Névez is a charming place with a mix of countryside and coastal views. The area has beautiful beaches, like the one at Port-Manec'h, which is a popular spot. You can also find interesting historical buildings and natural landscapes here.

The commune is governed by a mayor, who is like the head of the town. The current mayor is Albert Hervet. Mayors and local councils help manage things like local services and community projects for the people living in Névez.

Images for kids

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  Château du Hénan, a historic castle

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  The Tide mill of Hénan, which uses ocean tides for power

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  Raguénez island, a small island off the coast