The table below lists all the major cities and towns in France whose names start with the letter D. Further down you will also find some general data and facts about each.
| Name | Region | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Dax | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | 21,000 |
| Dieppe | Normandy | 29,000 |
| Dijon | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté | 156,000 |
| Dinard | Brittany | 10,000 |
| Dinan | Brittany | 14,000 |
| Dole | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté | 24,000 |
| Douai | Hauts-de-France | 39,000 |
| Draguignan | Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur | 40,000 |
| Dreux | Centre-Val de Loire | 31,000 |
| Dunkerque | Hauts-de-France | 87,000 |
Dax
Dax is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine known for its thermal baths and healing waters, which have attracted visitors since Roman times. The town also hosts annual ferias, lively festivals with bullfighting and traditional music.
Dieppe
Dieppe, located in Normandy, is a port city on the English Channel. Known for its pebbled beach and historical role in World War II, Dieppe is also famous for its fishing industry and scallop festivals.
Dijon
Dijon, the capital of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region, is famous for its mustard, wine, and medieval architecture. It was once the seat of the powerful Dukes of Burgundy and is a UNESCO World Heritage site for its gastronomy and architecture.
Dinard
Dinard is a seaside resort in Brittany known for its beaches, elegant villas, and the annual British Film Festival. Once a fashionable destination for wealthy visitors in the 19th century, it retains its charm and maritime atmosphere.
Dinan
Dinan is a fortified town in Brittany with well-preserved medieval architecture, cobblestone streets, and a picturesque port along the River Rance. Its rich history is reflected in its ramparts and half-timbered houses.
Dole
Dole, in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, is a charming town known as the birthplace of Louis Pasteur, the pioneer of microbiology. The town is known for its canals and historical center with Renaissance buildings.
Douai
Douai, located in Hauts-de-France, is a historical town known for its impressive belfry, part of the UNESCO-listed network of belfries in Belgium and France. It also has a long history in coal mining and heavy industry.
Draguignan
Draguignan, in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, is nestled between the Mediterranean and the Alps. It is known for its military academy and its picturesque old town with squares and narrow streets.
Dreux
Dreux, located in Centre-Val de Loire, is known for its royal chapel, a significant burial place for French royalty. The town has a mix of modern and historical architecture and serves as a gateway to the Perche region.
Dunkerque
Dunkerque, in Hauts-de-France, is an important port city known for its role in World War II during Operation Dynamo, the evacuation of Allied troops. The city also hosts one of France’s most famous carnivals.
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