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Le Faou, France
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Le Faou is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 1,703. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Le Faou
Le Faou is a commune in the Finistère department of Brittany in north-western France.
People
Economy
C+Housing
AClimate
| Population | 1,703 |
| Population Density | 131 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 48.2946°, -4.1793° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Brittany |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.3 inches (1,328 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.8 inches (7 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $25,445 |
About Le Faou
Le Faou is a small town in France (Brittany) with a population of 1,703. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Le Faou vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $25,445 |
| 66% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.0% |
| 94% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.1% |
| 99% below France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 102 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $103,800 |
| 63% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $519 |
| 55% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 681 |
Property Tax
Climate in Le Faou
Le Faou has an average annual temperature of 11.7°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jul (17°C), the coldest is Jan (7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1224 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.4°F |
| 1% below France avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 221 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 13.0 sq mi (33.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 131/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.2946°N, 4.1793°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in |
Le Faou has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 43°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (1.8").
Schools in Le Faou
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire publique Émilienne et Jacques Kerhoas | - | - | - | - |
| Skol Diwan ar Faou | - | - | - | - |
| Maison Familiale Rurale du Le Faou | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Le Faou
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Neptune | classical, jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Fréquence Mutine | electro, emission | MP3 | |
| Radio U | - | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Le Faou
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boat Museum | ||||
| Boat Museum | ||||
| Chaland Victor | ||||
| CIAP Les enclos | ||||
| Ecomusée des Monts d'Arrée | ||||
| Espace du Sapeur-Pompier | ||||
| Étables & écuries | ||||
| Fonds Hélène & Édouard Leclerc pour la Culture | ||||
| Fournil et Grenier | ||||
| La Briqueterie | ||||
| La Maison du Parc | ||||
| Maison "Bothorel" | ||||
| Maison Cornec | ||||
| Maison de la rivière - Écomusée | ||||
| Maison du meunier | ||||
| Maison du patrimoine de La Roche-Maurice | ||||
| Maison Fagot | ||||
| Manège à engrenages | ||||
| Moulin du bas | ||||
| Moulin du haut | ||||
| Musée Breizh Odyssée | ||||
| Musée de l'Ecole Rurale en Bretagne | ||||
| Musée de l'Enclos | ||||
| Musée de l’abbaye de Landévennec | ||||
| Musée de La Forge | ||||
| Musée de la fraise | ||||
| Musée des vieux métiers | ||||
| Musée du Chemin de fer du Menez | ||||
| Musée Municipal | ||||
| Musée Ti Gwechall | ||||
| Musée Yan' Dargent | ||||
| Museum-boats | ||||
| Ossuaire Saint-Cadou | ||||
| Tannerie |
Libraries in Le Faou
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Auguste Le Breton | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque communale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Ploéven | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque du Finistère, Antenne du Pays de Brest | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque éphémère | 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 | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale Xavier Grall | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Ti Ar Vuhez | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Ti Mat Da Lenn | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothey | 0.0 | |||||
| Des livres et vous | 0.0 | |||||
| La Biblio | 0.0 | |||||
| La Maison du Cadran -Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Les Mille Feuilles | 0.0 | |||||
| Librairie Celtique | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque "An Ti Korn" | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Anjela Duval | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Poullan-sur-Mer | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque François Mitterrand | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Georges Perros | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Janvec | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque L'Awena | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Les Mots d'Arrée | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Lucien-Cevaër | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathéque municipale de Châteaulin | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathéque municipale de Châteaulin | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Per Jakez Helias | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Xavier Grall | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Youenn Gwernig | 0.0 | |||||
| Was:Bibliothèque du Pays Glazig | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Le Faou
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criée de Douarnenez - CCIMBO | |||||
| Halles de la Gare | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché de Daoulas | |||||
| Marché de Douarnenez | |||||
| Marché de Plabennec | |||||
| Marché de Tréboul | |||||
| Marché du Samedi | |||||
| Vente à la Ferme - Fromages, Viandes, Légumes |
Hotels in Le Faou
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Le Faou
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Le Faou
3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Le Faou
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Le Faou
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Le Faou
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Le Faou
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie Ar Vu Vihan | ||||
| Brasserie de Trévarn | ||||
| Brasserie du Bout du Monde | ||||
| Brasserie du Merlin | ||||
| Brasserie Sklent | ||||
| Plijadur |
Stadiums & Teams in Le Faou
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Le Faou
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brest Bretagne airport | BES | Large Airport |
| Landivisiau Air Base | LDV | Medium Airport |
| Lannion Airport | LAI | Medium Airport |
| Lanvéoc-Poulmic Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport | LRT | Medium Airport |
| Morlaix-Ploujean Airport | MXN | Medium Airport |
| Quimper-Cornouaille Airport | UIP | Medium 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 Le Faou
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Relais Poste |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Le Faou
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle du Couronnement | |
| Église Notre-Dame de Rumengol | |
| Église Saint-Sauveur |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in France
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Le Faou?
Le Faou has a population of 1,703 residents and is located in France. The population density is 131 people per square mile, spread across 13.0 square miles.
Is Le Faou expensive to live in?
The median household income is $25,445, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $103,800 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $519 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Le Faou?
Le Faou has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.3 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Le Faou?
The unemployment rate in Le Faou is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 102 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Le Faou?
The median home value in Le Faou is $103,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $519.