Gourin


Gourin is a commune in the Morbihan département of Brittany in north-western France.

History

This small town is well known for the Révolte des Bonnets Rouges against local nobles at the end of the 17th century. The town is also known for being the origin of many immigrants to United States and Canada during the first part of the 20th century. It has a large copy of the Statue of Liberty standing in the main square opposite the town hall alongside the monument to the fallen soldiers of the 20th century who came from this region.
Gourin still has a large number of native Breton speakers. The people of this region are very proud of their Celtic heritage and have preserved many old customs and traditions.

Demographics

Inhabitants of Gourin are called in French Gourinois.

Breton language

In 2008, 18.32% of primary school children attended bilingual schools.

People

Gourin is twinned with the following place: