Cherbourg Population 2026
Cherbourg has a population of 26,655, making it the #314 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Normandy. It is about 80× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,655
Rank in France
#314
Coordinates
49.64°N, 1.62°W
~6 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
301 km
187 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Normandy
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Le Havre | 185,972 | #14 |
| Rouen | 116,331 | #35 |
| Caen | 110,624 | #39 |
| Évreux | 57,795 | #91 |
| Dieppe | 35,707 | #207 |
| Alençon | 30,786 | #255 |
| Sotteville-lès-Rouen | 30,619 | #256 |
| Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray | 28,953 | #281 |
Cities near Cherbourg
- Octeville16,951 people · ~2 km away
- Équeurdreville-Hainneville18,862 people · ~3 km away
- Tourlaville18,273 people · ~4 km away
- Saint-Lô21,722 people · ~70 km away
- Bayeux15,963 people · ~77 km away
- Caen110,624 people · ~104 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cherbourg?
Cherbourg has a population of 26,655 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #314 biggest city in France.
What region is Cherbourg in?
Cherbourg is located in Normandy, France.
Is Cherbourg the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 301 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.