Limoges Population 2026
Limoges has a population of 141,176, making it the #30 biggest city in 🇫🇷 France, located in New Aquitaine. Roughly 0.2% of France's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Paris, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
141,176
Rank in France
#30
Coordinates
45.83°N, 1.25°E
~309 m elevation · Europe/Paris
Distance to capital (Paris)
346 km
215 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Aquitaine
| City | Population | Rank in France |
|---|---|---|
| Bordeaux | 265,328 | #9 |
| Poitiers | 85,960 | #50 |
| Pau | 82,697 | #54 |
| La Rochelle | 76,810 | #58 |
| Mérignac | 69,791 | #68 |
| Pessac | 57,944 | #89 |
| Niort | 54,660 | #96 |
| Brive-la-Gaillarde | 53,466 | #104 |
Cities near Limoges
FAQ
What is the population of Limoges?
Limoges has a population of 141,176 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #30 biggest city in France.
What region is Limoges in?
Limoges is located in New Aquitaine, France.
Is Limoges the capital of France?
No, the capital of France is Paris, about 346 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.