Places in France Beginning with Q

The table below lists all the major cities and towns in France whose names start with the letter Q. Further down you will also find some general data and facts about each.

NameRegionPopulation
QuimperBrittany63,000
QuimperléBrittany12,000
Quincy-sous-SénartÎle-de-France8,000
QuévertBrittany3,000
QuiévrechainHauts-de-France6,000
Quesnoy-sur-DeûleHauts-de-France7,000
QuillyPays de la Loire1,000
QuincieuxAuvergne-Rhône-Alpes3,000
QuiberonBrittany5,000

Quimper

Quimper, located in the Brittany region, is known for its rich Celtic heritage and beautiful half-timbered houses. The town sits at the confluence of the Steir and Odet rivers and is famous for its faience pottery. The Saint-Corentin Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece, is one of its major landmarks.

Quimperlé

Quimperlé is a charming small town in Brittany, where the Laïta River meets the sea. It is divided into two parts: the lower town, which is older and more historic, and the upper town. Quimperlé is known for its medieval abbey and picturesque streets.

Quincy-sous-Sénart

Quincy-sous-Sénart is a suburban town in Île-de-France, located southeast of Paris. It is a peaceful residential area surrounded by forests and parks, making it a popular place for those seeking tranquility near the capital.

Quévert

Quévert is a small town in Brittany, located near Dinan. It is primarily a residential area but is known for its pastoral landscapes and community-centered lifestyle. Its proximity to larger towns like Dinan makes it an attractive place for families.

Quiévrechain

Quiévrechain, located in Hauts-de-France near the Belgian border, has a strong industrial history due to its location along key trade routes. The town is now a quiet, small community with a rich cultural connection to its Belgian neighbors.

Quesnoy-sur-Deûle

Quesnoy-sur-Deûle is a peaceful town in the Hauts-de-France region, located on the banks of the Deûle River. Known for its scenic canals and historic buildings, the town offers a rural charm while being close to the city of Lille.

Quilly

Quilly is a very small town in Pays de la Loire, surrounded by farmland and rural landscapes. It is known for its tranquility and its proximity to larger cities like Nantes, which provides a good mix of rural and urban life for its residents.

Quincieux

Quincieux is a small town located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, close to the city of Lyon. It is known for its vineyards and scenic views of the Saône River. The town has a rural character but benefits from its proximity to Lyon’s metropolitan area.

Quiberon

Quiberon, located in Brittany, is famous for its dramatic coastal landscapes and as a popular holiday destination. The town is situated on the Quiberon Peninsula, known for its rugged cliffs and beautiful beaches. It is also a gateway to the nearby Belle-Île, a scenic island off the coast.

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