Douarnenez Population 2026
Douarnenez has a population of 16,590, making it the #559 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Brittany. It is about 129× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,590
Rank in France
#559
Coordinates
48.10°N, 4.33°W
~23 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
499 km
310 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Brittany
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Rennes | 227,830 | #12 |
| Brest | 144,899 | #26 |
| Quimper | 63,849 | #74 |
| Lorient | 58,112 | #87 |
| Vannes | 54,020 | #99 |
| Saint-Brieuc | 52,774 | #111 |
| Saint-Malo | 50,676 | #121 |
| Lanester | 24,352 | #351 |
Cities near Douarnenez
FAQ
What is the population of Douarnenez?
Douarnenez has a population of 16,590 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #559 biggest city in France.
What region is Douarnenez in?
Douarnenez is located in Brittany, France.
Is Douarnenez the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 499 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.