Smallest Cities in Centre-Val de Loire

Top 71 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Centre-Val de Loire

1 Luynes 5,045

2 Saint-Germain-du-Puy 5,057

3 Le Poinçonnet 5,120

4 Épernon 5,266

5 Argenton-sur-Creuse 5,335

6 Saint-Pryvé-Saint-Mesmin 5,382

7 Veigné 5,771

8 Château-Renault 5,789

9 Salbris 5,810

10 Mer 5,830

11 Aubigny-sur-Nère 5,984

12 Sully-sur-Loire 6,285

13 Malesherbes 6,335

14 Briare 6,455

15 Villemandeur 6,498

16 Meung-sur-Loire 6,659

17 Vineuil 6,950

18 Le Blanc 7,026

19 Luisant 7,049

20 Monts 7,054

21 Saint-Florent-sur-Cher 7,083

22 Loches 7,132

23 La Ferté-Saint-Aubin 7,178

24 Mehun-sur-Yèvre 7,257

25 Ballan-Miré 7,398

26 Châteauneuf-sur-Loire 7,446

27 Saint-Denis-en-Val 7,632

28 Chécy 7,655

29 Beaugency 7,659

30 Ingré 8,001

31 Déols 8,635

32 La Riche 8,934

33 Saint-Jean-le-Blanc 9,025

34 Chinon 9,405

35 Saint-Doulchard 9,433

36 La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin 9,532

37 Pithiviers 9,659

38 Fondettes 9,684

39 Montlouis-sur-Loire 10,137

40 Mainvilliers 10,505

41 Chambray-lès-Tours 10,910

42 Vernouillet 11,783

43 Saint-Amand-Montrond 11,976

44 Amboise 12,685

45 Amilly 13,106

46 Nogent-le-Rotrou 13,128

47 Châlette-sur-Loing 14,268

48 Issoudun 14,385

49 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps 15,284

50 Gien 15,966

51 Châteaudun 16,006

52 Saint-Avertin 16,007

53 Saran 16,243

54 Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire 17,337

55 Montargis 17,457

56 Saint-Jean-de-la-Ruelle 17,522

57 Lucé 17,780

58 Vendôme 19,226

59 Saint-Jean-de-Braye 19,874

60 Romorantin-Lanthenay 19,953

61 Fleury-les-Aubrais 21,085

62 Olivet 22,604

63 Vierzon 29,876

64 Dreux 31,058

65 Joué-lès-Tours 37,466

66 Chartres 43,838

67 Châteauroux 53,301

68 Blois 53,660

69 Bourges 67,987

70 Orléans 116,344

71 Tours 141,621

The smallest cities in Centre-Val de Loire (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Luynes has a population of just 5,045. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

1. At 5,045 residents, Luynes is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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