Locmariaquer

Overview of Locmariaquer

Locmariaquer is a seaside resort that is also home to a very large number of megaliths (menhirs, dolmens, tumuli).

Key details

• Type de lieu: village.

• Intérêt touristique: ★ (worth a stop if you are in the area).

• Localisation: at the entrance to Gulf of Morbihan, in the department of the same name.

• Distances:

• Heure locale: Heure : Locmariaquer.

• Population: 1,566 inhabitants (2016).

• Superficie: 11 km².

• Altitude: sea level.

• Site internet: http://www.locmariaquer.fr

History of Locmariaquer

What to see and do in Locmariaquer

A few old houses, a small religious heritage, and a picturesque port on the Quiberon Bay make up the heart of the village.

Megaliths of Locmariaquer ★★
Like other nearby towns, Locmariaquer has its share of dolmens, tumuli, and menhirs, including the Grand Menhir Brisé d'Er Grah, the largest in the world at nearly 20 m long... but broken into four pieces.

In the surrounding area

Climate and weather

Like the rest of the coast, the area has an oceanic climate, mild and humid year-round, with relatively low temperature variation—neither too cold in winter nor too hot in summer. Rainfall (less intense than inland) is spread throughout the year, with a peak in autumn and winter.

Sea temperature throughout the year

Transportation

Getting there

Getting around

Accommodation

Food

Useful addresses

Additional information