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Gâvres, France
Brittany · France
Gâvres is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 815. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
CHousing
BClimate
| Population | 815 |
| Population Density | 1,116 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.6945°, -3.3536° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Brittany |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.0 inches (939 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,224 |
About Gâvres
Gâvres is a small town in France (Brittany) with a population of 815. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Gâvres vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $24,224 |
| 68% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 20.2% |
| 461% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.1% |
| 99% below France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 49 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $138,600 |
| 51% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $693 |
| 40% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 326 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below France avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,116/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.6945°N, 3.3536°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 4.4 in |
Gâvres has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 44°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (1.7").
Schools in Gâvres
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire publique Anita Conti | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Gâvres
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Sympa | chanson française, funk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| France Bleu Breizh Izel | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio BOA | — | UNKNOWN |
Museums in Gâvres
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancien couvent des Ursulines | ||||
| Cité de la Voile Éric Tabarly | ||||
| Écomusée | ||||
| Ecomusée des Forges | ||||
| Gauguin, l'atelier du Pouldu | ||||
| La Flore | ||||
| La maison de Kerlard | ||||
| Le Presidial | ||||
| Maison de l'Ile Kerner | ||||
| Maison des Archers | ||||
| Maison du patrimoine | ||||
| Musée de la Compagnie des Indes | ||||
| Musée de la Marine | ||||
| Musée des Guerres de l'Ouest | ||||
| Musée des Thoniers | ||||
| Musée interactif | ||||
| Musée sous-marin du Pays de Lorient | ||||
| Tour Saint-Nicolas | ||||
| Tours Broërec'h |
Libraries in Gâvres
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblio plage | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Ti Maria | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque universitaire | 0.0 | |||||
| CDI du lycée Kerneuzec | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre Socio Culturel | 0.0 | |||||
| Espace Avalon | 0.0 | |||||
| Espace Culturel Passe Ouest | 0.0 | |||||
| Espace du Tilleul | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque - Le Pré Carré | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque "Germaine Tillion" | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Anjela Duval | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Larmor-Plage | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Quimperlé | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Élsa Triolet | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque François Mitterrand | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque La Passerelle | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Le Passe Temps | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Les Sources | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Paul-Alexis Robic | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Robert Badinter | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Yvonne Chauffin | 0.0 | |||||
| Mella'thèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Service Historique de la Défense | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gâvres
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halle Hervo | |||||
| Halles de Merville | |||||
| Halles provisoires de Merville | |||||
| Les Halles de l'Île | |||||
| Marché Couvert | |||||
| Marché de la Place St-Michel | |||||
| Marché de Port-Louis | |||||
| Marché de Saint Pierre Quiberon | |||||
| Place des Halles Saint-Louis |
Cafes in Gâvres
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Gâvres
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gâvres
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie de l’Estran - Grand Coeff | ||||
| Brasserie de la Presqu'ile de Quiberon | ||||
| Brasserie de Quiberon | ||||
| Brasserie dubau | ||||
| Brasserie La Belle Joie | ||||
| La Déferle | ||||
| Yermat bier |
Stadiums & Teams in Gâvres
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gâvres
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport | LRT | Medium Airport |
| Vannes-Meucon Airport | VNE | Medium Airport |
| Aérodrome de Belle Île | BIC | Small Airport |
| Guiscriff Scaer Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mellac Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pontivy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Poullaouen Le Stancou Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Quiberon Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gâvres
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Gâvres |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gâvres
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Saint-Gildas |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in France
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gâvres
What is the population of Gâvres?
Gâvres has a population of 815 residents and is located in France. The population density is 1,116 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.
Is Gâvres expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,224, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $138,600 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $693 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Gâvres?
Gâvres has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches.
How is the job market in Gâvres?
The job market in Gâvres faces challenges, with unemployment at 20.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 49 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Gâvres?
The median home value in Gâvres is $138,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $693.