Smallest Cities in Normandy

Top 81 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Normandy

1 Saint-James 5,018
2 Pacy-sur-Eure 5,027
3 Querqueville 5,097
4 Dives-sur-Mer 5,122
7 Gournay-en-Bray 5,723
10 La Ferté-Macé 5,810
11 Carentan 5,853
12 Fleury-sur-Orne 5,941
13 Malaunay 5,943
14 La Glacerie 6,070
15 Pavilly 6,251
17 Honfleur 6,640
18 Gaillon 6,746
19 Valognes 6,969
20 Sainte-Adresse 7,004
21 Colombelles 7,243
22 Les Andelys 7,706
24 Le Mesnil-Esnard 8,177
25 Harfleur 8,289
27 Bihorel 8,316
28 Coutances 8,321
29 Eu 8,425
30 Pont-Audemer 8,442
32 Lillebonne 8,541
34 Petit-Couronne 8,761
35 Ouistreham 9,067
36 Falaise 9,107
37 Darnétal 9,566
38 Grand-Couronne 9,569
39 Ifs 9,617
41 Avranches 10,143
43 Vire 10,762
44 Yvetot 11,438
45 Mondeville 11,582
46 Bolbec 11,590
47 Oissel-sur-Seine 12,317
48 Bernay 12,399
49 Gisors 12,410
50 Maromme 12,412
51 Bayeux 12,659
52 Barentin 13,441
53 Argentan 13,527
54 Val-de-Reuil 13,824
55 Granville 14,289
56 Canteleu 14,402
57 Bois-Guillaume 14,539
58 Elbeuf 15,474
59 Montivilliers 15,478
60 Tourlaville 16,040
62 Octeville 16,951
63 Fécamp 17,313
64 Flers 17,430
65 Louviers 19,220
66 Saint-Lô 19,471
67 Lisieux 19,645
68 Mont-Saint-Aignan 20,165
69 Le Petit-Quevilly 22,208
71 Alençon 25,490
72 Le Grand-Quevilly 25,789
73 Vernon 26,037
74 Cherbourg 26,655
75 Dieppe 28,496
78 Évreux 49,360
79 Caen 109,400
80 Rouen 117,662
81 Le Havre 166,687

The smallest cities in Normandy (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Saint-James has a population of just 5,018. 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 5,018 residents, Saint-James 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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