Saint-Vougay facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Vougay
Sant-Nouga
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 Saint-Vougay
Location in France
Saint-Vougay
Location in Brittany
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| Country | France |
| Region | Brittany |
| Department | Finistère |
| Arrondissement | Morlaix |
| Canton | Landivisiau |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Landivisiau |
| Area
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15.10 km2 (5.83 sq mi) |
| Population
(Jan. 2021)
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
29271 /29440
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| Elevation | 54–102 m (177–335 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Vougay (which is Sant-Nouga in the local Breton language) is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the northwest of France. It is part of the region called Brittany and can be found in the Finistère department.
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About Saint-Vougay
Saint-Vougay is a charming place in the French countryside. It is known for its quiet atmosphere and its connection to the history of the region. The commune is part of the larger area of Brittany, which has a unique culture and language.
Where is Saint-Vougay?
Saint-Vougay is situated in the Finistère department. This department is the westernmost part of mainland France. It is known for its beautiful coastline and traditional Breton towns. The commune's exact location is marked by its coordinates, which help people find it on a map.
How Big is Saint-Vougay?
The area of Saint-Vougay covers about 15.10 square kilometers. Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 54 meters to 102 meters. This means it has some slightly hilly areas. The number of people living in Saint-Vougay is updated regularly, and you can find the latest population figures in the infobox at the top of this page.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Saint-Vougay has its own local government. It is led by a mayor, who is in charge of running the town. The mayor helps make decisions for the community. Marie-Claire Hénaff was the mayor for the term from 2014 to 2020.
Saint-Vougay is part of a larger administrative area called an arrondissement, which is Morlaix. It also belongs to a canton called Landivisiau. These divisions help organize local services and elections. The commune also works with nearby towns through an organization called Pays de Landivisiau. This helps them cooperate on projects that benefit everyone.
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Vougay para niños
