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Fouras, France
Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France
Fouras is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 4,127. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Fouras
Fouras, also known as Fouras-les-Bains, is a commune in the French department of Charente-Maritime, administrative region of Nouvelle-Aquitaine. It lies 34 km south of La Rochelle.
People
Economy
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B+Climate
| Population | 4,127 |
| Population Density | 1,125 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.9884°, -1.0934° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.1 inches (1,375 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.9 inches (2 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,950 |
About Fouras
Fouras is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 4,127. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Fouras vs France
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Income
| Median HH Income | $27,950 |
| 63% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.4% |
| 217% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.0% |
| 27% below France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 248 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $147,600 |
| 48% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $738 |
| 37% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.8% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 1,651 |
Property Tax
Climate in Fouras
Fouras has an average annual temperature of 13.7°C (57°F). The hottest month is Aug (20.2°C), the coldest is Jan (7.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 685 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above France avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,125/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.9884°N, 1.0934°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in |
Fouras has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 45°F in February to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (1.4").
Schools in Fouras
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire île d'Aix | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire Jean Michenot | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle Louise Michel | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Fouras
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hits 1 | dance, dj | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Hits 1 latina | fiesta latina, fiestalatina | MP3 320 kbps | |
| WAVE RADIO 89.8 Hossegor | alternative / indie, downtempo | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Fouras
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbaye de Trizay | ||||
| Corderie Royale | ||||
| École de médecine navale - Musée | ||||
| Écomusée du Port des Salines | ||||
| Écomusée L'huître et son environnement | ||||
| L'Hermione, La Frégate de la liberté | ||||
| La cabane des Claires | ||||
| La Cité de l'Huître | ||||
| La Halle aux Vivres | ||||
| Le Bunker de La Rochelle | ||||
| Le conservatoire du bégonia | ||||
| Lingot d'Art 1876 | ||||
| Maison de Pierre Loti | ||||
| Maison du Québec | ||||
| Maison éco-paysanne de Grand-Village-Plage | ||||
| Musée Africain | ||||
| Musée automobie de Ciré-d'Aunis | ||||
| Musée d'Archéologie Vieille Paroisse | ||||
| Musée d'art et d'histoire - Hôtel Hèbre de Saint-Clément | ||||
| Musée de l'Aéronautique Navale | ||||
| Musée de l'Île d'Oléron | ||||
| Musée de la Nacre | ||||
| Musée de la sardine | ||||
| Musée des Beaux-Arts | ||||
| Musée du Nouveau Monde | ||||
| Musée du Platin | ||||
| Musée du Vélo | ||||
| Musée Maritime | ||||
| Musée Maritime La Rochelle | ||||
| Musée Napoléon | ||||
| Musée National de la Marine | ||||
| Musee Régional de Fouras | ||||
| Musée Rochelais d'Histoire Protestante | ||||
| Muséum d'Histoire Naturelle | ||||
| Museum of old shops | ||||
| The farmer's house |
Libraries in Fouras
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| À livre ouvert | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Clavette | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Excelia | 0.0 | |||||
| bibliothèque de Saint-Christophe | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Edmond Grasset | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Josette Lidon | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque La Méridienne | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale de Saint-Laurent de la prée | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale Simone Veil | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque pour tous | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque pour Tous | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque sonore | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque universitaire | 0.0 | |||||
| Bliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Culture et bibliothèque pour tous | 0.0 | |||||
| Des livres et vous | 0.0 | |||||
| Islamic | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque à la Plage | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque d'agglomération Michel-Crépeau | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque d'Échillais | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de l'Estran | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Laleu-La Pallice | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Mireuil | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Saint-Pierre d'Oléron | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Soubise | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Villeneuve | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Elsa Triolet | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Érik Orsenna | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Henri Moreau | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Municipale Abri du Marin | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque municipale Arc-en-Ciel | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Roger Sarraud | 0.0 | |||||
| Public library | 0.0 | |||||
| Service Historique de la Défense | 0.0 | |||||
| Thoulire | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fouras
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halle aux Poissons | |||||
| Halle de la Bouillerie | |||||
| L'entrepot | |||||
| La Ferme des Quatre Ânes | |||||
| La Halle | |||||
| Les Halles | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché Central | |||||
| Marché couvert | |||||
| Marché couvert | |||||
| Marché couvert | |||||
| Marché Couvert | |||||
| Marché Couvert | |||||
| Marché d'Arvert | |||||
| Marché de Boyard | |||||
| Marché de La Pallice | |||||
| Marché de Ronce-les-Bains | |||||
| Marché de Victorine | |||||
| Marché médiéval | |||||
| Open market |
Hotels in Fouras
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Fouras
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Fouras
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Fouras
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Fouras
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fouras
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Fouras
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Fouras
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bières de Ré | ||||
| BOC 17 | ||||
| Brasserie Autrement | ||||
| Brasseurs Cueilleurs | ||||
| La Beun'aise | ||||
| La Brasserie de l’Île d’Aix | ||||
| Science Infuse |
Stadiums & Teams in Fouras
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Fouras
37 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Roche-sur-Yon Les Ajoncs Airport | EDM | Medium Airport |
| La Rochelle Île de Ré Airport | LRH | Medium Airport |
| Niort - Marais Poitevin Airport | NIT | Medium Airport |
| Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) Airport | RCO | Medium Airport |
| Royan-Médis Airport | RYN | Medium Airport |
| Aérodrome de Coutigny-Sérigné | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Jonzac Neulles | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Marennes - Le Bournet | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Montendre-Marcillac | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Saint-Aubin La Plaine | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Vendays-Montalivet | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome du Girouard | - | Small Airport |
| Arvert Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Breuil Barret Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chaillé-les-Marais Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coëx La Boissière Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Corme Ecluse Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Courçon Eol'Aunis Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fontenay Le Comte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Jarnac Champagne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Tranche-sur-Mer ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Le Thou Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Les Ailes de la Morière Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Les Sables-d'Olonne Talmont Airport | LSO | Small Airport |
| Luçon - Chasnais Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Luçon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nantillé Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pons Avy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint Martin des Fontaines Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saintes Thénac Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Secondigny Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Soulac Sur Mer Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| St Jean d'Angély Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| St Pierre d'Oléron Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Talmont Vendée Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Usseau Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vol d'Oiseau Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Fouras
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Agence Postale | |
| Fouras |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fouras
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Saint-Gaudens | |
| Église Saint-Martin |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in France
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Fouras
What is the population of Fouras?
Fouras has a population of 4,127 residents and is located in France. The population density is 1,125 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles.
Is Fouras expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,950, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $147,600 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Fouras?
Fouras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 54.1 inches.
How is the job market in Fouras?
The job market in Fouras faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 248 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Fouras?
The median home value in Fouras is $147,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $738.