Fougères Population 2026
Fougères has a population of 23,719, making it the #366 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in Brittany. It is about 90× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,719
Rank in France
#366
Coordinates
48.35°N, 1.20°W
~115 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
267 km
166 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 Fougères
FAQ
What is the population of Fougères?
Fougères has a population of 23,719 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #366 biggest city in France.
What region is Fougères in?
Fougères is located in Brittany, France.
Is Fougères the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 267 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.