Côtes-d'Armor

Overview

Key facts

• Type of place: department.

• Location: on the northern coast of Brittany.

• Department code: 22.

• Bordering departments: Finistère, Ille-et-Vilaine, and Morbihan.

• Prefecture: Saint-Brieuc.

• Sub-prefectures: Dinan, Guingamp, Lannion.

• Number of communes: 356.

• Population: 598,814 inhabitants (2017).

• Area: 6,878 km².

• Highest point: Mont Bel-Air (339 m).

• Lowest point: sea level.

• Coastline: 347 km.

• Highlights (out of ★★★★): Nature ★★★; Culture ★★; Relaxation-holidays ★★★

• Website: https://www.vacances-cotesdarmor.com

History of the Côtes-d'Armor

Geography and environment

Culture and economy

What to see in the Côtes-d'Armor

• What to see in Brittany and the Côtes-d'Armor

The Côtes-d'Armor's main tourist appeal lies in its wild and sometimes spectacular coastline, particularly the Pink Granite Coast and especially the Cape Fréhel, widely regarded as one of Brittany's most beautiful spots, with its cliffs and seascapes. There are also some lovely beaches and traces of Breton history and culture, such as in Dinan or Tréguier.

What to do in the Côtes-d'Armor

Climate and weather

Sea temperature throughout the year

The water temperature is never particularly warm in Brittany. As you might expect, swimming is most pleasant in the heart of summer.

Transport

Getting there

Getting around

Accommodation

Food

Further reading