Gouesnac'h Explained

Gouesnac'h
Native Name:Gouenac'h
Commune Status:Commune
Image Coat Of Arms:COA fr Gouesnac'h.svg
Coordinates:47.9114°N -4.1136°W
Insee:29060
Postal Code:29950
Arrondissement:Quimper
Canton:Fouesnant
Mayor:Jean-Pierre Marc[1]
Term:2020 - 2026
Intercommunality:Pays Fouesnantais
Elevation Min M:0
Elevation Max M:58
Area Km2:17.07

Gouesnac'h is a commune in the Finistère department and administrative region of Brittany in north-western France.

Geography

The small village of Gouesnac'h is located between the Quimper (mediaeval town)/Bénodet (seaside resort) road and the wonderful Odet River.

History

Celtic presence before the Roman invasion.Roman defensive place.Medieval activities and several Catholic foundations.

Sights

With breath-taking views of the entire area, the Boutiguéry Park is dedicated to rhododendrons (30,000 plants) and azaleas.

Population

Inhabitants of Gouesnac'h are known in French as Gouesnachais.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Répertoire national des élus: les maires. data.gouv.fr, Plateforme ouverte des données publiques françaises. 9 August 2021. fr.