Plounéour-Trez facts for kids
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Plounéour-Trez
Plouneour-Traezh
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Part of Plounéour-Brignogan-Plages
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 Plounéour-Trez
Location in France
Plounéour-Trez
Location in Brittany
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| Country | France |
| Region | Brittany |
| Department | Finistère |
| Arrondissement | Brest |
| Canton | Lesneven |
| Commune | Plounéour-Brignogan-Plages |
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10.68 km2 (4.12 sq mi) |
| Population
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1,242 |
| • Density | 116.29/km2 (301.20/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
29890
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| Elevation | 0–64 m (0–210 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Plounéour-Trez (which is Plouneour-Traezh in the Breton language) was once a small town, or commune, in France. It was located in the beautiful Brittany region. This area is in the Finistère department, found in the northwest part of France.
On January 1, 2017, Plounéour-Trez joined with another town. It became part of a new, larger commune called Plounéour-Brignogan-Plages. This means it is no longer a separate commune on its own.
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What is a French Commune?
A commune is like a small local government area in France. Think of it as a town or a village with its own local council. Each commune has its own mayor and manages local services. These services include things like schools and roads. France has many thousands of communes.
Why Do Communes Merge?
Sometimes, smaller communes decide to join together. This often happens to create a larger, stronger community. Merging can help them share resources better. It can also make it easier to get government funding. For example, two small towns might combine their fire departments. This makes both towns safer.
Where is Plounéour-Trez Located?
Plounéour-Trez was situated right on the coast. It was known for its sandy beaches. The town was part of the Finistère department. This department is the westernmost point of mainland France. It is famous for its rugged coastline and strong maritime history.
The Brittany Region
Brittany is a large peninsula in northwest France. It has a unique culture and history. The region is known for its Celtic heritage. Many people there still speak Breton, an ancient language. Brittany also has beautiful landscapes. These include dramatic cliffs and sandy coves.
Life in Plounéour-Trez
Before the merger, Plounéour-Trez was a quiet coastal town. Its economy likely relied on fishing and tourism. Many small towns in Brittany attract visitors. They come for the beaches, fresh seafood, and charming villages. The population of Plounéour-Trez was 1,242 people in 2008.
Local Government
Like all communes, Plounéour-Trez had a local mayor. The mayor and a council managed the town's affairs. They made decisions about local budgets and public services. After the merger, these roles were taken over by the new commune's government. The former mayor of Plounéour-Trez might have joined the new council.
