# Riantec

> commune in Morbihan, France

**Wikidata**: [Q128885](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q128885)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riantec)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/riantec

## Summary
Riantec is a commune located in the Morbihan department of Brittany, France. It is part of the administrative and cultural region of France, specifically within the canton of Port-Louis and the arrondissement of Lorient.

## Key Facts
- **Location**: Riantec is situated in the Morbihan department of Brittany, France.
- **Country**: France.
- **Geographic Coordinates**: Latitude 47.710833333333, Longitude -3.3105555555556.
- **Population**: Ranged from 4,126 to 5,865 over recent decades, with recent figures including 5,232, 5,333, 5,669, 5,622, 5,722, and 4,126.
- **Administrative Affiliation**: Part of the canton of Port-Louis (until March 2015) and the arrondissement of Lorient.
- **Region**: Located within the Lorient Agglomeration, a communauté d'agglomération in Brittany.
- **Type**: Commune of France — a territorial subdivision for municipalities.
- **Website**: [http://www.riantec.com](http://www.riantec.com)
- **Image Source**: Photographed by Flechino, available under public domain license.
- **Wikidata Description**: "commune in Morbihan, France"
- **Aliases**: Rianteg

## FAQs
**What is Riantec?**  
Riantec is a commune in the Morbihan department in the Brittany region of France. It is part of the Lorient Agglomération and was historically within the canton of Port-Louis.

**Where is Riantec located?**  
Riantec is located in the Morbihan department in Brittany, France. Its geographic coordinates are approximately 47.7108° N and -3.3106° E.

**What is the population of Riantec?**  
The population of Riantec has varied over time, with recent figures including 5,232, 5,333, 5,669, 5,622, 5,722, and 4,126. Earlier data shows a range from 4,126 to 5,865.

**What administrative divisions is Riantec part of?**  
Riantec is part of the arrondissement of Lorient and was formerly part of the canton of Port-Louis. It is now included in the Lorient Agglomeration, a communauté d'agglomération in Brittany.

**What is the official website for Riantec?**  
The official website for Riantec is [http://www.riantec.com](http://www.riantec.com).

**Who photographed the image of Riantec used in Wikimedia?**  
The image of Riantec used in Wikimedia was photographed by Flechino and is licensed under the public domain.

## Why It Matters
Riantec matters as a local administrative unit within the broader context of French territorial governance. As part of the Lorient Agglomeration and historically linked to the canton of Port-Louis, it plays a role in regional planning, local governance, and community development. Its position in the Morbihan department situates it within a historically and culturally rich region of France, contributing to the decentralized structure of French municipal administration.

## Notable For
- Being part of the Lorient Agglomeration, a communauté d'agglomération established in 2000.
- Historical inclusion in the canton of Port-Louis until administrative reforms in March 2015.
- Situated within the arrondissement of Lorient, an administrative division of France.
- Located in Morbihan, a department established on March 4, 1790.
- Being classified as a commune of France, a designation established nationally in 1789.
- Hosting a population that reflects demographic trends in rural and coastal Brittany.
- Geographic coordinates placing it in western France, near the Atlantic coast.

## Body

### Geography and Location
Riantec is a commune located in the Morbihan department in the Brittany region of France. Its geographic coordinates are approximately 47.7108° N latitude and -3.3106° E longitude. This positioning places it in the northwestern part of France, near the Atlantic coast, within a historically significant region known for its Celtic heritage and maritime traditions.

### Administrative Structure
Riantec is part of the French administrative hierarchy:
- **Commune of France**: As a commune, it represents the smallest administrative division in France, established nationally in 1789.
- **Arrondissement of Lorient**: It is part of this administrative division, which oversees local governance and services.
- **Canton of Port-Louis**: Until March 2015, Riantec was part of this canton, which played a role in local elections and governance.
- **Lorient Agglomeration**: Since 2000, Riantec has been part of this intercommunal structure (communauté d'agglomération), which coordinates economic, environmental, and cultural policies for the region.

### Demographics
The population of Riantec has fluctuated over time:
- Recent figures include 5,232, 5,333, 5,669, 5,622, 5,722, and 4,126.
- Earlier data shows a broader range from 4,126 to 5,865, indicating demographic shifts over the past decades.
These changes reflect broader regional trends in rural and coastal areas of France, including migration and aging populations.

### Governance and Political Context
As part of France, Riantec operates under the national framework of decentralized governance:
- France is a semi-presidential republic with a unitary system.
- Local governance in communes like Riantec is overseen by a mayor and municipal council.
- The commune is part of the broader administrative reforms that have reshaped French territorial divisions since the French Revolution, particularly after the 1789 inception of the commune system.

### Cultural and Regional Identity
Riantec is located in Brittany, a region with a distinct Celtic identity:
- The area is known for its historical ties to maritime culture and Breton language.
- As part of the Morbihan department, it shares cultural and historical links with other Breton communes.
- The region is also part of the larger French effort to preserve regional languages and cultures, including Breton.

### Infrastructure and Online Presence
Riantec maintains an official website:
- [http://www.riantec.com](http://www.riantec.com) serves as the primary digital portal for local information and governance.
- The commune is also represented on Wikimedia, with images and data available under public licenses.

### Representation in Wikimedia and Open Data
An image of Riantec is available on Wikimedia Commons:
- Photographed by Flechino.
- Licensed under the public domain, allowing free use and distribution.
- This image is part of the broader effort to document French communes and their cultural heritage.

### Historical Context
Riantec's administrative history includes:
- Inclusion in the canton of Port-Louis until March 2015.
- Integration into the Lorient Agglomeration since 2000, reflecting modern intercommunal cooperation trends in France.
- Its status as a commune since 1789 aligns with the national administrative structure established during the French Revolution.

## References

1. BnF authorities
2. dataset of postal codes in France. 2018
3. INSEE code
4. répertoire géographique des communes
5. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
6. Annuaire de service-public.fr
7. Recensement de la population 2015. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies. 2017
8. Populations légales 2016
9. Populations légales 2017
10. Populations légales 2018
11. [Populations légales communales depuis 1968. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies](https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2522602)
12. Populations légales 2019
13. Populations légales 2020
14. Populations légales 2021
15. Populations de référence 2022
16. Populations de référence 2023
17. Flickr Shapefiles Public Dataset 2.0
18. [Code officiel géographique](https://www.insee.fr/fr/information/3363419)
19. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies
20. GeoNames
21. [répertoire géographique des communes. 2015](https://wxs-telechargement.ign.fr/83edtfdyqte031y0ra49d2e3/telechargement/inspire/RGC-2015-01$RGC2015/file/RGC2015.7z)
22. [2016](https://data.geopf.fr/telechargement/download/GEOFLA/GEOFLA_2-2_COMMUNE_SHP_LAMB93_FXX_2016-06-28/GEOFLA_2-2_COMMUNE_SHP_LAMB93_FXX_2016-06-28.7z)
23. [Code officiel géographique. 2017](https://www.insee.fr/fr/information/2560698)