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Gestel, France
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Gestel is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 2,403. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gestel
Gestel station is a railway station in Gestel, Brittany, France. The station was opened on 8 September 1863, and is located on the Savenay–Landerneau railway. Today, the station is served by TER (local) services operated by the SNCF.
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AClimate
| Population | 2,403 |
| Population Density | 260 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.8034°, -3.4448° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Brittany |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.1 inches (1,196 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.2 inches (1 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,011 |
About Gestel
Gestel is a small town in France (Brittany) with a population of 2,403. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Gestel vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,011 |
| 64% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.5% |
| 108% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.1% |
| 99% below France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 144 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $123,800 |
| 56% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $619 |
| 47% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 961 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.7°F |
| 1% above France avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 240 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 9.2 sq mi (23.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 260/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.8034°N, 3.4448°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 | 63°F (17°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 |
Gestel 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 Gestel
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École maternelle publique Marie Laurencin | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire publique Jean Guéhenno | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire privée Notre-Dame des Fleurs | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gestel
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 Gestel
| 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 | ||||
| Musée de l'abeille vivante et Cité des fourmis | ||||
| Musée de la Compagnie des Indes | ||||
| Musée de la Marine | ||||
| Musée des Peintres | ||||
| Musée des Thoniers | ||||
| Musée interactif | ||||
| Musée sous-marin du Pays de Lorient | ||||
| Tour Saint-Nicolas | ||||
| Tours Broërec'h |
Libraries in Gestel
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblio plage | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Lignol | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 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 | |||||
| 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 | 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 Les Sources | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Robert Badinter | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Yvonne Chauffin | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque/Ludothèque/Poste Meslan | 0.0 | |||||
| Mella'thèque | 0.0 | |||||
| MEM - Médiathèque Espace Mélanie | 0.0 | |||||
| Service Historique de la Défense | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gestel
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halle Hervo | |||||
| Halles de Merville | |||||
| Halles provisoires de Merville | |||||
| Les Halles de l'Île | |||||
| Marché Bio de Restalgon | |||||
| Marché Couvert | |||||
| Marché de la Place St-Michel | |||||
| Marché de Port-Louis | |||||
| Place des Halles Saint-Louis |
Theatres in Gestel
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gestel
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gestel
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gestel
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gestel
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Gestel
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gestel
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie de L'imprimerie | ||||
| Brasserie dubau | ||||
| Brasserie La Belle Joie | ||||
| La Déferle | ||||
| Yermat bier |
Stadiums & Teams in Gestel
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gestel
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Landivisiau Air Base | LDV | Medium Airport |
| Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport | LRT | Medium Airport |
| Quimper-Cornouaille Airport | UIP | Medium Airport |
| Saint-Brieuc-Armor Airport | SBK | 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 Gestel
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Gestel |
Treatment Centers in Gestel
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Paul Pierquin |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gestel
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle de Kergornet | |
| Chapelle de la Madeleine | |
| Chapelle Sainte-Flamine | |
| Église Notre-Dame-des-Fleurs |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in France
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gestel
What is the population of Gestel?
Gestel has a population of 2,403 residents and is located in France. The population density is 260 people per square mile, spread across 9.2 square miles.
Is Gestel expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,011, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $123,800 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $619 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Gestel?
Gestel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches.
How is the job market in Gestel?
The unemployment rate in Gestel is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 144 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Gestel?
The median home value in Gestel is $123,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $619.