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Le Folgoët
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Le Folgoët
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This commune north of Brest features a beautiful 14th-century basilica.
Overview of Le Folgoët
The commune of Le Folgoët, north of Brest, is home to a beautiful 14th-century basilica.
Key Facts
- Type of place: small town.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Location: in the northern part of the Finistère department.
- Distances:
- Local time: .
- Population: 3,172 inhabitants (2016).
- Area: 9.77 km².
- Altitude:
- Website: http://www.lefolgoet.fr
History of Le Folgoët
What to See and Do in Le Folgoët
The main attraction is the Basilica of Notre-Dame du Folgoët, a masterpiece of Flamboyant Gothic architecture from the 14th–15th centuries.
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Climate and Weather in Le Folgoët
The commune enjoys an oceanic climate—mild and humid—with relatively low temperature variation, avoiding extremes in both winter and summer. Rainfall is spread throughout the year, peaking in autumn and winter.
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