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Saint-Derrien

Sant-Derc'hen
Église Saint-Derrien à Saint-Derrien, Finistère 02.JPG
Coat of arms of Saint-Derrien
Coat of arms
Saint-Derrien is located in France
Saint-Derrien
Saint-Derrien
Location in France
Saint-Derrien is located in Brittany
Saint-Derrien
Saint-Derrien
Location in Brittany
Country France
Region Brittany
Department Finistère
Arrondissement Morlaix
Canton Landivisiau
Intercommunality Pays de Landivisiau
Area
1
12.28 km2 (4.74 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2021)
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Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
29244 /29440
Elevation 39–107 m (128–351 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Saint-Derrien (in Breton: Sant-Derc'hen) is a small town, also called a commune, located in the northwest of France. It is part of the region called Brittany and is found in the Finistère department.

About Saint-Derrien

Saint-Derrien is a quiet place in the French countryside. It is known for its peaceful atmosphere and its connection to the traditional Breton culture. People here live in a community that values its history and local way of life.

Where is Saint-Derrien?

Saint-Derrien is located in the Finistère department. This department is at the very tip of the Brittany region. Brittany is in the northwest part of France. It is famous for its beautiful coastline and unique Celtic heritage.

What is a Commune?

In France, a "commune" is like a local town or village area. It is the smallest unit of government in the country. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there. Saint-Derrien is one of many communes in France.

Life in Saint-Derrien

Saint-Derrien covers an area of about 12.28 square kilometers. Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 39 meters to 107 meters. This means it has some slightly hilly areas. The number of people living in Saint-Derrien is counted regularly. This helps the local government plan for the community's needs.

Who is the Mayor?

The mayor of Saint-Derrien is Dominique Pot. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are elected by the people of the commune. The mayor's job is to lead the town council. They make decisions about local services and represent the people of Saint-Derrien.

Geography and Nature

The area around Saint-Derrien is mostly rural. This means it has a lot of open land, farms, and natural spaces. The varying elevation suggests a landscape that is not completely flat. This can offer nice views and different types of natural habitats.

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