Pont-Croix
Pont-Croix (Pontekroaz) is a commune in the Finistère department of Brittany in north-western France. The town lies about 5 km from Audierne on the road to Douarnenez and is connected to Plouhinec by a small, scenic road that passes through the Goyen valley.
Pont-Croix
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• Name — Pont-Croix • Native Name — Pontekroaz • Commune Status — Commune • Elevation Min M — 2 • Elevation Max M — 73 • Insee — 29218 • Postal Code — 29790 • Arrondissement — Quimper • Canton — Douarnenez • Mayor — Benoît Lauriou • Term — 2020–2026 • Intercommunality — Cap Sizun - Pointe du Raz • Area Km2 — 8.09
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International relations
It is twinned with the civil Parish of Constantine in Kerrier, Cornwall.
Population
Population
Inhabitants of Pont-Croix are called in French Pontécruciens.
Sights
Sights
From Pont-Croix, short trips can be made to Pointe du Raz, Pointe du Van, and Baie des Trépassés. On the road to Audierne, one can enjoy a marvelous view of the Goyen river valley. The Monastery Church of Notre-Dame de Roscudon, which dates from the early 13th century, has a 67 m high spire that served as the model for the spires of Quimper Cathedral. Pont-Croix's cobbled streets (Ruelles pavées) and medieval houses are located around a market and a church. The market is held every Thursday morning. Other points of interest are: • The Bridge over the River Goyen • The Chapel of Saint Vincent
Notable people
Notable people
• Louise Magadur • Cécile Corbel
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