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La Forêt-Fouesnant, France

Brittany · France

La Forêt-Fouesnant is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 2,955. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,955 Population 413/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
57.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$29,009 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$29,009 median income, 10.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$138,800 home value, $694/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,955
Density413/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$29,009
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty8.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$138,800
Rent$694
Housing Units1,182
Rent Burden26.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain57.1 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population2,955
Population Density413 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates47.9088°, -3.9791°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBrittany
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation57.1 inches (1,449 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.5 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$29,009

About La Forêt-Fouesnant

La Forêt-Fouesnant is a small town in France (Brittany) with a population of 2,955. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in La Forêt-Fouesnant is $29,009, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 177 business establishments.

Income: La Forêt-Fouesnant vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$29,009
61% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.6%
194% above France avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below France avg
Establishments (County)177

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in La Forêt-Fouesnant is $138,800, 51% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $694 (40% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,182 total housing units in the city. 26.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,800
51% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$694
40% below France avg
Rent Burden26.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,182

Property Tax

La Forêt-Fouesnant experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above France avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area7.2 sq mi (18.5 km²)
Population Density413/sq mi
Coordinates47.9088°N, 3.9791°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.1"
50% above France avg
Snowfall 0.5"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.24"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

173 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.7 on Feb 19, 2020.

Mar 13, 1993 1 km WSW of Pénestin, France M4.6 121 km
Nov 21, 2013 1 km WSW of Plescop, France M4.5 89 km
Sep 30, 2002 3 km W of Languidic, France M4.2 58 km
Sep 30, 2002 1 km E of Languidic, France M4.1 63 km
Oct 11, 1995 1 km SSE of Querrien, France M3.9 34 km
Jul 11, 2002 3 km NW of Pluduno, France M3.8 143 km
Apr 7, 2005 18 km WNW of Noirmoutier-en-l'Île, France M3.8 146 km
Jul 18, 2004 6 km WSW of Groix, France M3.8 47 km
Mar 28, 2002 36 km WSW of Le Palais, France M3.8 79 km
Apr 23, 2002 1 km ESE of Melgven, France M3.8 13 km
Feb 19, 2020 3 km ESE of Brest, France M3.7 63 km
Aug 22, 1998 38 km SSE of Plobannalec-Lesconil, France M3.6 46 km
May 14, 1994 0 km SE of Riec-sur-Belon, France M3.5 23 km
Apr 22, 1995 6 km E of Binic, France M3.5 120 km
Aug 24, 1996 59 km SSW of Guilvinec, France M3.5 80 km
Dec 11, 2013 6 km WSW of Le Faou, France M3.5 45 km
May 3, 1999 1 km SE of Gouesnach, France M3.5 9 km
Feb 9, 2005 2 km N of Plouay, France M3.4 48 km
Mar 21, 2003 10 km SE of Groix, France M3.4 59 km
May 7, 2000 65 km S of Guilvinec, France M3.4 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 5.0 in
February 44°F (7°C) 3.9 in Coldest
March 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
November 49°F (9°C) 5.2 in Wettest
December 46°F (8°C) 4.8 in

La Forêt-Fouesnant has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 44°F in February to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (1.8").

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Schools in La Forêt-Fouesnant

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire privée Notre-Dame d'Izel Vor — — — —
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Radio Stations near La Forêt-Fouesnant

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Sympa chanson française, funk MP3 192 kbps
Radio BOA — UNKNOWN

Museums in La Forêt-Fouesnant

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abri du marin Sainte-Marine
Manoir de Squividan
Marinarum
Musée bigouden
Musée Conserverie Le Gall
Musée de la Faïence de Quimper
Musée de la Pêche
Musée de Pont-Aven
Musée Départemental Breton
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Musée du Chemin de fer du Menez
Musée Municipal

Libraries in La Forêt-Fouesnant

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque associative0.0
Bibliothèque communale0.0
Bibliothèque d'Ergué-Armel0.0
Bibliothèque du Finistère, Antenne du Pays de Cornouaille0.0
Bibliothèque éphémère0.0
Bibliothèque Henri Queffélec0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de l'Île-Tudy0.0
Bibliothèque Nathalie Le Mel0.0
LAC0.0
LAC0.0
Librairie Celtique0.0
Maison de l'enfance0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Alain Gérard0.0
Médiathèque de Combrit0.0
Médiathèque de Concarneau0.0
Médiathèque de l'Agora0.0
Médiathèque de l'Archipel0.0
Médiathèque de Penhars0.0
Médiathèque Julien Gracq0.0
Médiathèque Mouezh ar Galon0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Was:Bibliothèque du Pays Glazig0.0

Farmers Markets in La Forêt-Fouesnant

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halles de Concarneau
Halles de Pont-l'Abbé
Halles Saint-François
Marché biologique de Kerfeunteun
Marché de Beg Meil
marché de Bénodet
Marché de La Forêt-Fouesnant
Marché de la Providence
Marché du Braden
Marché Hebdomaire de Guengat

Hotels in La Forêt-Fouesnant

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AUX CERISIERS HOTEL
Hôtel de la Pointe
Manoir du Stang

Cafes in La Forêt-Fouesnant

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole
Le Vinci
Ty butun

Castles in La Forêt-Fouesnant

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Lesnévar
Manoir du Stang

Banks in La Forêt-Fouesnant

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Mutuel de Bretagne

Golf Courses in La Forêt-Fouesnant

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golf de Cornouaille

Breweries in La Forêt-Fouesnant

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie de Cornouaille
Brasserie Tri Martolod

Stadiums & Teams in La Forêt-Fouesnant

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near La Forêt-Fouesnant

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brest Bretagne airportBESLarge Airport
Landivisiau Air BaseLDVMedium Airport
Lanvéoc-Poulmic Air Base—Medium Airport
Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) AirportLRTMedium Airport
Morlaix-Ploujean AirportMXNMedium Airport
Quimper-Cornouaille AirportUIPMedium Airport
Guiscriff Scaer Airfield—Small Airport
Mellac Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Ploballanec Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Plouarzel Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Poullaouen Le Stancou Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in La Forêt-Fouesnant

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Forêt-Fouesnant

Treatment Centers in La Forêt-Fouesnant

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cabinet masseurs-kinésithérapeuthes
IPIDV

Churches & Religious Organizations in La Forêt-Fouesnant

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Notre-Dame-d'Izel-Vor

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Paris

🇫🇷 About France

Capital Paris
Population 66,987,244
Area 547,030 km²
GDP (USD) $3,056,250,648,138
GDP per capita $44,700
HDI 0.917
Life expectancy 82.9 years
Internet users 86.8%
Urban population 78.8%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages French
Calling code +33
TLD .fr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in France

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Jour de l'an
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lundi de Pâques
May 1 Labour Day Fête du Travail
May 8 Victory in Europe Day Victoire 1945
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension
May 25 Whit Monday Lundi de Pentecôte
Jul 14 Bastille Day Fête nationale
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assomption
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Toussaint
Nov 11 Armistice Day Armistice 1918
Dec 25 Christmas Day Noël

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Frequently Asked Questions About La Forêt-Fouesnant

What is the population of La Forêt-Fouesnant?

La Forêt-Fouesnant has a population of 2,955 residents and is located in France. The population density is 413 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles.

Is La Forêt-Fouesnant expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,009, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $138,800 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $694 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in La Forêt-Fouesnant?

La Forêt-Fouesnant has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.1 inches.

How is the job market in La Forêt-Fouesnant?

The job market in La Forêt-Fouesnant faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 177 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in La Forêt-Fouesnant?

The median home value in La Forêt-Fouesnant is $138,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $694.

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