Plonévez-du-Faou facts for kids
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Plonévez-du-Faou
Plonevez-ar-Faou
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The parish church in Plonévez-du-Faou
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 Plonévez-du-Faou
Location in France
Plonévez-du-Faou
Location in Brittany
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Brittany | |
| Department | Finistère | |
| Arrondissement | Châteaulin | |
| Canton | Carhaix-Plouguer | |
| Intercommunality | Haute Cornouaille | |
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80.73 km2 (31.17 sq mi) | |
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
29175 /29530
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| Elevation | 50–275 m (164–902 ft) | |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
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Plonévez-du-Faou (Breton: Plonevez-ar-Faou) is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the beautiful region of Brittany in the northwest of France. It is part of the Finistère department. This charming area is known for its green landscapes and rich history.
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What is Plonévez-du-Faou?
Plonévez-du-Faou is a commune in France. A commune is like a local government area, similar to a town or a parish. It is the smallest administrative division in France.
Where is Plonévez-du-Faou Located?
This commune is found in the Finistère department, which is in the western part of Brittany. Brittany is a large peninsula that sticks out into the Atlantic Ocean. It is famous for its unique culture, ancient traditions, and beautiful coastlines.
How Big is Plonévez-du-Faou?
Plonévez-du-Faou covers an area of about 80.73 square kilometers. This makes it a medium-sized commune. Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 50 meters to 275 meters.
Who is in Charge of Plonévez-du-Faou?
The local government of Plonévez-du-Faou is led by a Mayor. The mayor is like the town's chief executive. From 2014 to 2020, the mayor was Guy Rannou. Mayors are elected by the people living in the commune.
What is an Arrondissement and Canton?
Plonévez-du-Faou belongs to the arrondissement of Châteaulin and the canton of Carhaix-Plouguer. These are larger administrative areas that help organize the different communes. An arrondissement is a subdivision of a department, and a canton is a subdivision of an arrondissement.
