Port-le-Grand
Port-le-Grand is a commune in the Somme department in Hauts-de-France in northern France.
Geography
Port-le-Grand is situated on the D40 road, some 5 miles (8 km) northwest of Abbeville.
History
It is considered the birthplace of Saint Honorius of Amiens (d. 600 AD). From time immemorial it was the site of a ferry to cross the river. As Portus Icius it is mentioned in the vita of Saint Austreberthe, whose name is reflected in the small River Austreberthe.
Population
| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 270 | — |
| 1975 | 275 | +0.26% |
| 1982 | 272 | −0.16% |
| 1990 | 332 | +2.52% |
| 1999 | 312 | −0.69% |
| 2007 | 300 | −0.49% |
| 2012 | 283 | −1.16% |
| 2017 | 283 | +0.00% |
| Source: INSEE | ||