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What to See in Brittany
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Despite its natural and cultural wealth, Brittany has no sites listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Côtes d'Armor (22)
Fort-la-Latte Castle
Built on a rocky spur facing the sea and Cap Fréhel, in the commune of Plévenon, this beautiful 14th-century fortress has served as a filming location for many movies.
Built on a rocky spur facing the sea and Cap Fréhel, in the commune of Plévenon, this beautiful 14th-century fortress has served as a filming location for many movies.
Quintin Castle
A large 17th- and 18th-century castle and its park, located in the town of the same name.
A large 17th- and 18th-century castle and its park, located in the town of the same name.
Château de la Roche-Jagu
This is an imposing 15th-century building located in Ploëzal, east of Lannion.
This is an imposing 15th-century building located in Ploëzal, east of Lannion.
Tonquédec Castle
Surrounded by a lake and forest, this well-preserved medieval fortress is one of the most visited sites in the department. It is located south of Lannion.
Surrounded by a lake and forest, this well-preserved medieval fortress is one of the most visited sites in the department. It is located south of Lannion.
Dinan
A beautiful medieval town with its ramparts, castle, and half-timbered houses. It is one of the prettiest towns in Brittany.
A beautiful medieval town with its ramparts, castle, and half-timbered houses. It is one of the prettiest towns in Brittany.
Bréhat Island
Off the coast of Paimpol, this island (with its islets) is a popular destination for its landscapes, especially in summer when its population nevertheless increases tenfold. You can go sea kayaking and enjoy beautiful walks.
Off the coast of Paimpol, this island (with its islets) is a popular destination for its landscapes, especially in summer when its population nevertheless increases tenfold. You can go sea kayaking and enjoy beautiful walks.
Lannion
Located near the Pink Granite Coast, the second-largest town in the Côtes d'Armor offers a charming centre with its churches and old half-timbered buildings.
Located near the Pink Granite Coast, the second-largest town in the Côtes d'Armor offers a charming centre with its churches and old half-timbered buildings.
Paimpol
This small fishing and pleasure port is home to the remains of a 13th-century abbey. It is also, and above all, a town where sea shanties and maritime music are part of the traditions and feature in various cultural events.
This small fishing and pleasure port is home to the remains of a 13th-century abbey. It is also, and above all, a town where sea shanties and maritime music are part of the traditions and feature in various cultural events.
Perros-Guirec
This is a well-known seaside resort in the department, particularly with its hamlet of Ploumanac'h. Located on the Pink Granite Coast, it still boasts several sandy beaches. Facing the town, which it belongs to, the Sept-Îles archipelago is a bird sanctuary.
This is a well-known seaside resort in the department, particularly with its hamlet of Ploumanac'h. Located on the Pink Granite Coast, it still boasts several sandy beaches. Facing the town, which it belongs to, the Sept-Îles archipelago is a bird sanctuary.
Pleumeur-Bodou
Near Trebeurden, this small town also offers beaches, menhirs and dolmens, small chapels, a reconstructed Gallic village, and the Cité-Musée des Télécoms.
Near Trebeurden, this small town also offers beaches, menhirs and dolmens, small chapels, a reconstructed Gallic village, and the Cité-Musée des Télécoms.
Plougrescant
This coastal village owes its "fame" to a small house built between two enormous rocks by the sea, an image that has traveled the world.
This coastal village owes its "fame" to a small house built between two enormous rocks by the sea, an image that has traveled the world.
Sables d'Or les Pins
A large beach and dunes for this resort, straddling two municipalities, on the edge of Cap Fréhel.
A large beach and dunes for this resort, straddling two municipalities, on the edge of Cap Fréhel.
Saint-Cast-le-Guildo
The town is best known for its seven fine-sand beaches and coves stretching for several kilometres along its peninsula.
The town is best known for its seven fine-sand beaches and coves stretching for several kilometres along its peninsula.
Trégastel
At the heart of the Pink Granite Coast, this seaside resort is a summer favourite for its beaches and landscapes.
At the heart of the Pink Granite Coast, this seaside resort is a summer favourite for its beaches and landscapes.
Tréguier
The historic capital of the Trégor region and a former episcopal city, Tréguier features a beautiful cathedral and old half-timbered houses along its narrow streets.
The historic capital of the Trégor region and a former episcopal city, Tréguier features a beautiful cathedral and old half-timbered houses along its narrow streets.
Natural Heritage
Cape Fréhel
This peninsula is one of the most beautiful in Brittany, with its cliffs and coastal landscapes. You can enjoy short hikes here.
This peninsula is one of the most beautiful in Brittany, with its cliffs and coastal landscapes. You can enjoy short hikes here.
Emerald Coast
From Cap Fréhel to Cancale, straddling two departments (22 and 35), this coastal area owes its name to the green hue the sea can take on here. It features several seaside resorts and some beautiful landscapes.
From Cap Fréhel to Cancale, straddling two departments (22 and 35), this coastal area owes its name to the green hue the sea can take on here. It features several seaside resorts and some beautiful landscapes.
Pink Granite Coast
This coastal stretch of about forty kilometres between Plestin and Louannec is characterised by the pink colour of its granite rocks.
This coastal stretch of about forty kilometres between Plestin and Louannec is characterised by the pink colour of its granite rocks.
Lake Guerlédan
This large artificial lake straddling Morbihan and the Côtes d'Armor is a major water sports hub in the region. You can also hike all around it.
This large artificial lake straddling Morbihan and the Côtes d'Armor is a major water sports hub in the region. You can also hike all around it.
Sept-Îles Nature Reserve
Opposite Perros-Guirec, to which it is linked, this small uninhabited archipelago is home to numerous seabird species and seals. Visitors are only permitted to land on Île aux Moines, which also features a lighthouse and the remains of an old fort.
Opposite Perros-Guirec, to which it is linked, this small uninhabited archipelago is home to numerous seabird species and seals. Visitors are only permitted to land on Île aux Moines, which also features a lighthouse and the remains of an old fort.
Talbert Spit
A nature reserve and geological curiosity, featuring a mix of sand and pebbles extending into the sea. It serves as a habitat for numerous bird species.
A nature reserve and geological curiosity, featuring a mix of sand and pebbles extending into the sea. It serves as a habitat for numerous bird species.
Finistère (29)
Argol
This commune at the entrance to the Crozon peninsula has a beautiful church with a very pretty parish close and a calvary.
This commune at the entrance to the Crozon peninsula has a beautiful church with a very pretty parish close and a calvary.
Brest
Largely destroyed during the war, Brest has a modern architecture. It is a sub-prefecture of the department and a maritime prefecture.
Largely destroyed during the war, Brest has a modern architecture. It is a sub-prefecture of the department and a maritime prefecture.
Barnenez Cairn
In the municipality of Plouezoc'h, which is also home to the Château du Taureau, this is a large tumulus with several burial chambers.
In the municipality of Plouezoc'h, which is also home to the Château du Taureau, this is a large tumulus with several burial chambers.
Camaret
At the tip of the Crozon peninsula, this port has become a seaside resort. Due to its location, it also boasts a significant military heritage (from Vauban to the Second World War), numerous megaliths, and several "points" (including Pointe de Pen-Hir) that offer remarkable landscapes.
At the tip of the Crozon peninsula, this port has become a seaside resort. Due to its location, it also boasts a significant military heritage (from Vauban to the Second World War), numerous megaliths, and several "points" (including Pointe de Pen-Hir) that offer remarkable landscapes.
Château du Taureau
Located on a small island in the Bay of Morlaix, "like Fort Boyard," this 16th-century fortress has been open to the public for a few years.
Located on a small island in the Bay of Morlaix, "like Fort Boyard," this 16th-century fortress has been open to the public for a few years.
Trévarez Castle
In Saint-Goazec. A stunning castle with gardens dating back to the late 19th century.
In Saint-Goazec. A stunning castle with gardens dating back to the late 19th century.
Concarneau
A major fishing port (with a museum on the subject) and shipbuilding hub, Concarneau is also a walled city surrounded by some of France’s most beautiful ramparts.
A major fishing port (with a museum on the subject) and shipbuilding hub, Concarneau is also a walled city surrounded by some of France’s most beautiful ramparts.
Crozon
It is the "town" of the peninsula of the same name, featuring a seaside area in the hamlet of Morgat, which also boasts stunning cliffs and sea caves.
It is the "town" of the peninsula of the same name, featuring a seaside area in the hamlet of Morgat, which also boasts stunning cliffs and sea caves.
Douarnenez
It's a major marina and still a small sardine-fishing port in southern Finistère. You can visit the "floating boat museum" here.
It's a major marina and still a small sardine-fishing port in southern Finistère. You can visit the "floating boat museum" here.
Fouesnant
A seaside resort between Quimper and Concarneau, right next to Port-la-Forêt, one of the region's largest marinas.
A seaside resort between Quimper and Concarneau, right next to Port-la-Forêt, one of the region's largest marinas.
Guimiliau
This small village is home to one of the most beautiful parish enclosures and its calvary in all of Brittany.
This small village is home to one of the most beautiful parish enclosures and its calvary in all of Brittany.
Landerneau
A few old houses and small manors characterise this town, primarily known for being mentioned in several French expressions and as the birthplace of Édouard Leclerc.
A few old houses and small manors characterise this town, primarily known for being mentioned in several French expressions and as the birthplace of Édouard Leclerc.
Le Conquet
On the Iroise Sea, it’s a fishing port, secondarily a seaside resort, and above all the departure point for Ouessant and Molène.
On the Iroise Sea, it’s a fishing port, secondarily a seaside resort, and above all the departure point for Ouessant and Molène.
Le Faou
The village was once part of the "Most Beautiful Villages of France" with its old half-timbered houses and various religious buildings.
The village was once part of the "Most Beautiful Villages of France" with its old half-timbered houses and various religious buildings.
Le Guilvinec
Although the town has fewer than 3,000 inhabitants, it is France’s third-largest fishing port.
Although the town has fewer than 3,000 inhabitants, it is France’s third-largest fishing port.
Locronan
With its old centre and "typical" architecture, this is one of Brittany’s most beautiful villages, having also served as a filming location for numerous movies. Locronan is rightfully labelled one of the "Most Beautiful Villages of France".
With its old centre and "typical" architecture, this is one of Brittany’s most beautiful villages, having also served as a filming location for numerous movies. Locronan is rightfully labelled one of the "Most Beautiful Villages of France".
Morlaix
This sub-prefecture in the north of the department is recognisable by its viaduct towering over the town. It has a charming centre with many medieval houses.
This sub-prefecture in the north of the department is recognisable by its viaduct towering over the town. It has a charming centre with many medieval houses.
Nevez
In southern Finistère, this is a seaside resort located along a rugged coastline where cliffs and small coves blend together.
In southern Finistère, this is a seaside resort located along a rugged coastline where cliffs and small coves blend together.
Penmarc'h
At the tip of Audierne Bay, this large commune with its fishing and pleasure ports is known for its much-visited Eckmühl Lighthouse.
At the tip of Audierne Bay, this large commune with its fishing and pleasure ports is known for its much-visited Eckmühl Lighthouse.
Plouescat
A well-known seaside resort on the northern coast, quite popular with a lot of visitors in season.
A well-known seaside resort on the northern coast, quite popular with a lot of visitors in season.
Plougastel-Daoulas
This commune in the Brest Roadstead, on a beautiful peninsula perfect for hiking, is famous for its strawberries and especially its stunning calvary, one of the most beautiful in the region. The town is also home to numerous small chapels in its surroundings.
This commune in the Brest Roadstead, on a beautiful peninsula perfect for hiking, is famous for its strawberries and especially its stunning calvary, one of the most beautiful in the region. The town is also home to numerous small chapels in its surroundings.
Plounéour-Brignogan Plages
A seaside resort nestled in its bay, with beautiful beaches along the northern coast of Finistère.
A seaside resort nestled in its bay, with beautiful beaches along the northern coast of Finistère.
Pont-Aven
Nicknamed the "City of Painters," this small town welcomed several artists in the late 19th century (including Gauguin). Besides a fine arts museum, you can see a few old houses and several mills.
Nicknamed the "City of Painters," this small town welcomed several artists in the late 19th century (including Gauguin). Besides a fine arts museum, you can see a few old houses and several mills.
Quimper
It is the prefecture of Finistère and the "capital" of Cornouaille. The city boasts an old town center and an impressive cathedral.
It is the prefecture of Finistère and the "capital" of Cornouaille. The city boasts an old town center and an impressive cathedral.
Roscoff
Both a seaside resort and, most importantly, the departure point for ferries to the United Kingdom or Île de Batz.
Both a seaside resort and, most importantly, the departure point for ferries to the United Kingdom or Île de Batz.
Parish Close Route
Typical of Breton towns, parish closes (mostly built between the 15th and 17th centuries) are part of Brittany’s culture and history. Those in Finistère can be explored along three routes between Brest, the Monts d’Arrée, and Morlaix.
Typical of Breton towns, parish closes (mostly built between the 15th and 17th centuries) are part of Brittany’s culture and history. Those in Finistère can be explored along three routes between Brest, the Monts d’Arrée, and Morlaix.
Saint-Jean-Trolimon
A small commune with a chapel and one of the oldest sculpted calvaries in Brittany.
A small commune with a chapel and one of the oldest sculpted calvaries in Brittany.
Saint-Pol-de-Léon
Below Roscoff, the town boasts a cathedral and several chapels or churches, along with various Breton manors and old houses. Its coastline also offers a lovely panorama and is popular with rockpool fishermen, birdwatchers, and windsurfers.
Below Roscoff, the town boasts a cathedral and several chapels or churches, along with various Breton manors and old houses. Its coastline also offers a lovely panorama and is popular with rockpool fishermen, birdwatchers, and windsurfers.
Saint-Renan
A few kilometres west of Brest, this small town has several old 15th- and 16th-century houses in its centre.
A few kilometres west of Brest, this small town has several old 15th- and 16th-century houses in its centre.
Saint-Thegonnec Loc-Eguiner
A commune near Morlaix with a stunning parish close among the "7 monumental calvaries of Brittany" and the ruins of a 13th-century castle.
A commune near Morlaix with a stunning parish close among the "7 monumental calvaries of Brittany" and the ruins of a 13th-century castle.
The Islands
Glénan Archipelago
This uninhabited archipelago (partially inhabited in summer) off the southern coast of the department is renowned for its sailing school, stunning marine landscapes, and remarkably translucent waters. Diving is possible here.
This uninhabited archipelago (partially inhabited in summer) off the southern coast of the department is renowned for its sailing school, stunning marine landscapes, and remarkably translucent waters. Diving is possible here.
Isle of Batz
A small farming island off the coast of Roscoff with partly wild shorelines and a few beaches.
A small farming island off the coast of Roscoff with partly wild shorelines and a few beaches.
Molène Island
Between the mainland and Ouessant, Molène is far less visited than the latter. It is home to the Iroise Sea nature reserve, which hosts many birds.
Between the mainland and Ouessant, Molène is far less visited than the latter. It is home to the Iroise Sea nature reserve, which hosts many birds.
Ouessant Island
Around twenty kilometres off the coast, this partly wild island boasts beautiful landscapes and is especially popular with visitors in season for the walks you can take there.
Around twenty kilometres off the coast, this partly wild island boasts beautiful landscapes and is especially popular with visitors in season for the walks you can take there.
Natural Heritage
Nantes-Brest Canal
This small canal linking the two cities via southern Brittany is a tourist attraction. You can navigate it (in part) on small boats or explore it on foot or by bike along the towpaths.
This small canal linking the two cities via southern Brittany is a tourist attraction. You can navigate it (in part) on small boats or explore it on foot or by bike along the towpaths.
Cape Sizun
This is the westernmost point of Cornouaille, below the Crozon peninsula. The landscapes are stunning, with high cliffs. You can also see many birds in the Cape Sizun nature reserve. The area is perfect for hiking.
This is the westernmost point of Cornouaille, below the Crozon peninsula. The landscapes are stunning, with high cliffs. You can also see many birds in the Cape Sizun nature reserve. The area is perfect for hiking.
Huelgoat Forest
This forest in the Armorique Park features beautiful granite rock formations and a few caves. It's great for hiking.
This forest in the Armorique Park features beautiful granite rock formations and a few caves. It's great for hiking.
Les Abers
These are small estuaries along the coast, particularly north of Brest, offering stunning landscapes.
These are small estuaries along the coast, particularly north of Brest, offering stunning landscapes.
Ménez Hom
Less than 6 km from the sea, at the entrance to the Crozon Peninsula, this 330-metre-high mount holds sacred significance in the history of Armorica. It’s a great spot for hiking and also popular for paragliding.
Less than 6 km from the sea, at the entrance to the Crozon Peninsula, this 330-metre-high mount holds sacred significance in the history of Armorica. It’s a great spot for hiking and also popular for paragliding.
Arrée Mountains
In Armorique Park, at the heart of Brittany, this ancient mountain range, primarily made up of wild moorlands, attracts many hiking enthusiasts.
In Armorique Park, at the heart of Brittany, this ancient mountain range, primarily made up of wild moorlands, attracts many hiking enthusiasts.
Armorique Regional Nature Park
This is a vast park stretching from the Crozon peninsula to the Monts d'Arrée in the center of the department. It blends various marine and terrestrial natural environments with more urbanized areas.
This is a vast park stretching from the Crozon peninsula to the Monts d'Arrée in the center of the department. It blends various marine and terrestrial natural environments with more urbanized areas.
Pointe de la Torche
South of Audierne Bay, this stunning site is also renowned for surfing, windsurfing, and other watersports.
South of Audierne Bay, this stunning site is also renowned for surfing, windsurfing, and other watersports.
Pointe du Raz
At the tip of Cap Sizun, in the municipality of Plogoff, this is one of Brittany’s most visited natural sites for the majesty of its landscapes.
At the tip of Cap Sizun, in the municipality of Plogoff, this is one of Brittany’s most visited natural sites for the majesty of its landscapes.
Crozon Peninsula
Opposite Brest, this peninsula is a major tourist destination. Visitors come for its stunning landscapes (especially the "pointes") and, secondarily, the remnants of various fortifications (from Vauban to World War II). The peninsula can be explored on foot.
Opposite Brest, this peninsula is a major tourist destination. Visitors come for its stunning landscapes (especially the "pointes") and, secondarily, the remnants of various fortifications (from Vauban to World War II). The peninsula can be explored on foot.
Vénec Nature Reserve
This is a peat bog area in the municipality of Brennilis where you can go hiking.
This is a peat bog area in the municipality of Brennilis where you can go hiking.
Ille et Vilaine (35)
Cancale
This rather pretty fishing port, best known for its oysters, has several beaches. Nearby, the Pointe du Grouin and its beautiful coastal landscapes.
This rather pretty fishing port, best known for its oysters, has several beaches. Nearby, the Pointe du Grouin and its beautiful coastal landscapes.
Combourg
The town of Chateaubriand features a beautiful 12th-century fortress (where the writer lived), along with other manor houses and a few old buildings.
The town of Chateaubriand features a beautiful 12th-century fortress (where the writer lived), along with other manor houses and a few old buildings.
Dinard
A large seaside resort with charming "Belle Époque" villas, located across from Saint-Malo on the other side of the Rance estuary.
A large seaside resort with charming "Belle Époque" villas, located across from Saint-Malo on the other side of the Rance estuary.
Dol-de-Bretagne
This town of 6,000 inhabitants is home to a beautiful 13th-century Gothic cathedral.
This town of 6,000 inhabitants is home to a beautiful 13th-century Gothic cathedral.
Brocéliande Forest
More precisely, the Paimpont Forest, which is generally associated with the famous mythical forest of the Middle Ages. In addition to several small castles and the "Paimpont forges," a visit to the forest revolves around various sites linked to the legend of King Arthur.
More precisely, the Paimpont Forest, which is generally associated with the famous mythical forest of the Middle Ages. In addition to several small castles and the "Paimpont forges," a visit to the forest revolves around various sites linked to the legend of King Arthur.
Fougères
This sub-prefecture is home to one of France’s most impressive medieval fortresses, along with a belfry and a charming medieval gate complete with a drawbridge.
This sub-prefecture is home to one of France’s most impressive medieval fortresses, along with a belfry and a charming medieval gate complete with a drawbridge.
La Rance
This river and its estuary offer hiking opportunities but are best known for the Rance tidal power plant, which has become a tourist attraction over time.
This river and its estuary offer hiking opportunities but are best known for the Rance tidal power plant, which has become a tourist attraction over time.
Montfort-sur-Meu
A small town with a medieval past, still evident in its old houses, castle ruins, a few towers, and several religious buildings.
A small town with a medieval past, still evident in its old houses, castle ruins, a few towers, and several religious buildings.
Redon
A sub-prefecture with a notable religious heritage (churches, abbey church, Saint-Sauveur Abbey).
A sub-prefecture with a notable religious heritage (churches, abbey church, Saint-Sauveur Abbey).
Rennes
Both the departmental and regional prefecture, this dynamic and pleasant city also boasts a charming historic centre.
Both the departmental and regional prefecture, this dynamic and pleasant city also boasts a charming historic centre.
Saint-Malo
With its ramparts and magnificent walled city, the home of Surcouf and Jacques Cartier is one of the most visited places in the region. You can also enjoy its beaches.
With its ramparts and magnificent walled city, the home of Surcouf and Jacques Cartier is one of the most visited places in the region. You can also enjoy its beaches.
Saint-Suliac
This port village with typically Breton architecture is listed among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France". You can hike in the surrounding area.
This port village with typically Breton architecture is listed among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France". You can hike in the surrounding area.
Vitré
East of Rennes, Vitré boasts a well-preserved medieval heritage with its castle, ramparts, narrow streets, religious buildings, and old houses.
East of Rennes, Vitré boasts a well-preserved medieval heritage with its castle, ramparts, narrow streets, religious buildings, and old houses.
Natural Heritage
Emerald Coast
From Cap Fréhel to Cancale, straddling two departments (22 and 35), this coastal area owes its name to the green hue the sea can take on here. It features several seaside resorts and some beautiful landscapes.
From Cap Fréhel to Cancale, straddling two departments (22 and 35), this coastal area owes its name to the green hue the sea can take on here. It features several seaside resorts and some beautiful landscapes.
Pointe du Grouin
This is the headland north of Cancale. You can enjoy beautiful coastal scenery and numerous birds, especially in the small bird sanctuary on Île des Landes, located a few hundred metres off the coast.
This is the headland north of Cancale. You can enjoy beautiful coastal scenery and numerous birds, especially in the small bird sanctuary on Île des Landes, located a few hundred metres off the coast.
Morbihan (56)
Arzon
A seaside resort located at the entrance to the Gulf of Morbihan, at the tip of the beautiful Rhuys peninsula.
A seaside resort located at the entrance to the Gulf of Morbihan, at the tip of the beautiful Rhuys peninsula.
Carnac
This small seaside town between Vannes and Quiberon is famous for its alignments of nearly 3,000 standing stones. The Museum of Prehistory, which logically specialises in megaliths, is also well worth a visit.
This small seaside town between Vannes and Quiberon is famous for its alignments of nearly 3,000 standing stones. The Museum of Prehistory, which logically specialises in megaliths, is also well worth a visit.
Notre-Dame de Kernascleden Church
A very beautiful Gothic church in the commune of Kernascleden, north of Lorient.
A very beautiful Gothic church in the commune of Kernascleden, north of Lorient.
Josselin
With its river and medieval houses nestled between the basilica and the imposing Château de Rohan, Josselin is one of the most beautiful towns in the department.
With its river and medieval houses nestled between the basilica and the imposing Château de Rohan, Josselin is one of the most beautiful towns in the department.
La Trinité-sur-mer
This seaside resort with beautiful beaches is located near Carnac. Trinity is also a major marina at the heart of the Quiberon Bay.
This seaside resort with beautiful beaches is located near Carnac. Trinity is also a major marina at the heart of the Quiberon Bay.
Locmariaquer
A seaside resort that is also home to a very large number of megaliths (menhirs, dolmens, tumuli).
A seaside resort that is also home to a very large number of megaliths (menhirs, dolmens, tumuli).
Lorient
Almost razed in 1944, Lorient remains an important port city, best known for its annual Interceltic Festival held every August. With neighboring towns like Larmor-Plage and Guidel, Lorient also offers beautiful beaches and a wide range of water activities.
Almost razed in 1944, Lorient remains an important port city, best known for its annual Interceltic Festival held every August. With neighboring towns like Larmor-Plage and Guidel, Lorient also offers beautiful beaches and a wide range of water activities.
Plouharnel
This municipality near Carnac also boasts a significant number of menhirs and dolmens, as well as several religious buildings (chapels and abbeys). Its territory is also home to one of Brittany’s most extensive dune areas.
This municipality near Carnac also boasts a significant number of menhirs and dolmens, as well as several religious buildings (chapels and abbeys). Its territory is also home to one of Brittany’s most extensive dune areas.
Port-Louis
Located opposite Lorient, the town has always played a defensive role. It is home to a fine 16th-century citadel as well as various bastions and fortifications.
Located opposite Lorient, the town has always played a defensive role. It is home to a fine 16th-century citadel as well as various bastions and fortifications.
Pontivy
This town in the northern part of the department features a beautiful 15th-century castle (the Château de Rohan) as well as various remnants of its medieval past in its town centre.
This town in the northern part of the department features a beautiful 15th-century castle (the Château de Rohan) as well as various remnants of its medieval past in its town centre.
Quiberon
At the tip of its stunning peninsula, Quiberon and its beaches are primarily a great base for exploring the surrounding area on foot, by bike, on horseback, or even by sea kayak.
At the tip of its stunning peninsula, Quiberon and its beaches are primarily a great base for exploring the surrounding area on foot, by bike, on horseback, or even by sea kayak.
Rochefort-en-Terre
Rochefort is a village with historic houses, a collegiate church, a castle, and calvaries. It is one of the "Most Beautiful Villages of France.".
Rochefort is a village with historic houses, a collegiate church, a castle, and calvaries. It is one of the "Most Beautiful Villages of France.".
Sarzeau
Seaside resort in the southern part of the Gulf of Morbihan. In addition to its beaches and long coastline, the town offers a beautiful 13th-century fortress (Château de Suscinio) and numerous megaliths to visit.
Seaside resort in the southern part of the Gulf of Morbihan. In addition to its beaches and long coastline, the town offers a beautiful 13th-century fortress (Château de Suscinio) and numerous megaliths to visit.
Vannes
The capital of Morbihan has a fortified historic centre, a large marina, and several beaches.
The capital of Morbihan has a fortified historic centre, a large marina, and several beaches.
The Islands
Belle-Île-en-Mer
It is the largest of the Breton islands. With its rugged coastline and cliffs, it offers beautiful landscapes, beaches, opportunities for water activities (sailing, kayaking, surfing, diving), a stunning citadel, and great hiking options that make the place very popular in summer.
It is the largest of the Breton islands. With its rugged coastline and cliffs, it offers beautiful landscapes, beaches, opportunities for water activities (sailing, kayaking, surfing, diving), a stunning citadel, and great hiking options that make the place very popular in summer.
Houat Island
Off the coast of Quiberon, this is an island covered in heathland, popular with visitors and boaters in summer for its beautiful landscapes.
Off the coast of Quiberon, this is an island covered in heathland, popular with visitors and boaters in summer for its beautiful landscapes.
Hoëdic Island
Just 5 km southeast of Houat, this small island also attracts many visitors and boaters during the season.
Just 5 km southeast of Houat, this small island also attracts many visitors and boaters during the season.
Île aux Moines
It is the largest island in the Gulf of Morbihan. You can see megaliths and several pretty Breton calvaries here.
It is the largest island in the Gulf of Morbihan. You can see megaliths and several pretty Breton calvaries here.
Natural Heritage
Nantes-Brest Canal
This small canal linking the two cities via southern Brittany is a tourist attraction. You can navigate it (in part) on small boats or explore it on foot or by bike along the towpaths.
This small canal linking the two cities via southern Brittany is a tourist attraction. You can navigate it (in part) on small boats or explore it on foot or by bike along the towpaths.
Lake Guerlédan
This large artificial lake straddling Morbihan and the Côtes d'Armor is a major water sports hub in the region. You can also hike all around it.
This large artificial lake straddling Morbihan and the Côtes d'Armor is a major water sports hub in the region. You can also hike all around it.
Gulf of Morbihan
Opposite Vannes, this is essentially an inland sea surrounded by heathland and marshes, with numerous islands (including Arz and Île-aux-Moines). The area offers stunning landscapes and is very popular with sailors and kayakers.
Opposite Vannes, this is essentially an inland sea surrounded by heathland and marshes, with numerous islands (including Arz and Île-aux-Moines). The area offers stunning landscapes and is very popular with sailors and kayakers.
Quiberon Peninsula
This is a stunning peninsula ending in the town of the same name. It offers beautiful coastal landscapes, featuring either beaches or cliffs depending on the area. You can explore it on foot, by bike, on horseback, or even by sea kayak.
This is a stunning peninsula ending in the town of the same name. It offers beautiful coastal landscapes, featuring either beaches or cliffs depending on the area. You can explore it on foot, by bike, on horseback, or even by sea kayak.
Séné Salt Marsh Nature Reserve
South of Vannes, in the municipality of the same name and part of the Gulf of Morbihan, this reserve is home to many migratory and local birds.
South of Vannes, in the municipality of the same name and part of the Gulf of Morbihan, this reserve is home to many migratory and local birds.
Must-see & highly recommended
Glénan Archipelago
★★★★ This uninhabited archipelago (partially inhabited in summer) off the southern coast of the department is renowned for its sailing school…
Belle-Île-en-Mer
★★★★ It is the largest of the Breton islands. With its rugged coastline and cliffs, it offers beautiful landscapes, beaches, opportunities for…
Cape Sizun
★★★★ This is the westernmost point of Cornouaille, below the Crozon peninsula. The landscapes are stunning, with high cliffs. You can also see…
Ouessant Island
★★★★ Around twenty kilometres off the coast, this partly wild island boasts beautiful landscapes and is especially popular with visitors in…
Pointe du Raz
★★★★ At the tip of Cap Sizun, in the municipality of Plogoff, this is one of Brittany’s most visited natural sites for the majesty of its…
Crozon Peninsula
★★★★ Opposite Brest, this peninsula is a major tourist destination. Visitors come for its stunning landscapes (especially the "pointes") and…
Saint-Malo
★★★★ With its ramparts and magnificent walled city, the home of Surcouf and Jacques Cartier is one of the most visited places in the region. You…
Recommended
Camaret
★★★ At the tip of the Crozon peninsula, this port has become a seaside resort. Due to its location, it also boasts a significant military…
Cape Fréhel
★★★ This peninsula is one of the most beautiful in Brittany, with its cliffs and coastal landscapes. You can enjoy short hikes here.
Carnac
★★★ This small seaside town between Vannes and Quiberon is famous for its alignments of nearly 3,000 standing stones. The Museum of Prehistory…
Concarneau
★★★ A major fishing port (with a museum on the subject) and shipbuilding hub, Concarneau is also a walled city surrounded by some of…
Pink Granite Coast
★★★ This coastal stretch of about forty kilometres between Plestin and Louannec is characterised by the pink colour of its granite rocks.
Dinan
★★★ A beautiful medieval town with its ramparts, castle, and half-timbered houses. It is one of the prettiest towns in Brittany.
Gulf of Morbihan
★★★ Opposite Vannes, this is essentially an inland sea surrounded by heathland and marshes, with numerous islands (including Arz and…
Bréhat Island
★★★ Off the coast of Paimpol, this island (with its islets) is a popular destination for its landscapes, especially in summer when its…
Locronan
★★★ With its old centre and "typical" architecture, this is one of Brittany’s most beautiful villages, having also served as a filming…
Arrée Mountains
★★★ In Armorique Park, at the heart of Brittany, this ancient mountain range, primarily made up of wild moorlands, attracts many hiking…
Armorique Regional Nature Park
★★★ This is a vast park stretching from the Crozon peninsula to the Monts d'Arrée in the center of the department. It blends various marine and…
Quiberon Peninsula
★★★ This is a stunning peninsula ending in the town of the same name. It offers beautiful coastal landscapes, featuring either beaches or…
Worth a look / Other
Nantes-Brest Canal
★★ This small canal linking the two cities via southern Brittany is a tourist attraction. You can navigate it (in part) on small boats or…
Cancale
★★ This rather pretty fishing port, best known for its oysters, has several beaches. Nearby, the Pointe du Grouin and its beautiful coastal…
Fort-la-Latte Castle
★★ Built on a rocky spur facing the sea and Cap Fréhel, in the commune of Plévenon, this beautiful 14th-century fortress has served as a…
Château de la Ballue
★★ A 17th-century château and its gardens in the commune of Bazouges-la-Pérouse.
Rosanbo Castle
★★ A large park and a beautiful medieval castle in the commune of Lanvellec.
Tonquédec Castle
★★ Surrounded by a lake and forest, this well-preserved medieval fortress is one of the most visited sites in the department. It is located…
Trévarez Castle
★★ In Saint-Goazec. A stunning castle with gardens dating back to the late 19th century.
Château du Taureau
★★ Located on a small island in the Bay of Morlaix, "like Fort Boyard," this 16th-century fortress has been open to the public for a few years.
Combourg
★★ The town of Chateaubriand features a beautiful 12th-century fortress (where the writer lived), along with other manor houses and a few old…
Emerald Coast
★★ From Cap Fréhel to Cancale, straddling two departments (22 and 35), this coastal area owes its name to the green hue the sea can take on…
Crozon
★★ It is the "town" of the peninsula of the same name, featuring a seaside area in the hamlet of Morgat, which also boasts stunning cliffs and…
Brocéliande Forest
★★ More precisely, the Paimpont Forest, which is generally associated with the famous mythical forest of the Middle Ages. In addition to…
Huelgoat Forest
★★ This forest in the Armorique Park features beautiful granite rock formations and a few caves. It's great for hiking.
Fougères
★★ This sub-prefecture is home to one of France’s most impressive medieval fortresses, along with a belfry and a charming medieval gate…
Guimiliau
★★ This small village is home to one of the most beautiful parish enclosures and its calvary in all of Brittany.
Île aux Moines
★★ It is the largest island in the Gulf of Morbihan. You can see megaliths and several pretty Breton calvaries here.
Houat Island
★★ Off the coast of Quiberon, this is an island covered in heathland, popular with visitors and boaters in summer for its beautiful landscapes.
Isle of Batz
★★ A small farming island off the coast of Roscoff with partly wild shorelines and a few beaches.
Groix Island
★★ Opposite Lorient, Groix is rather pretty and pleasant, home to several small hamlets.
Isle of Sein
★★ Opposite Pointe du Raz, it’s a charming little island that gets quite busy in season.
Josselin
★★ With its river and medieval houses nestled between the basilica and the imposing Château de Rohan, Josselin is one of the most beautiful…
The Abers
★★ These are small estuaries along the coast, particularly north of Brest, offering stunning landscapes.
Ménez Hom
★★ Less than 6 km from the sea, at the entrance to the Crozon Peninsula, this 330-metre-high mount holds sacred significance in the history of…
Morlaix
★★ This sub-prefecture in the north of the department is recognisable by its viaduct towering over the town. It has a charming centre with…
Nevez
★★ In southern Finistère, this is a seaside resort located along a rugged coastline where cliffs and small coves blend together.
Penmarc'h
★★ At the tip of Audierne Bay, this large commune with its fishing and pleasure ports is known for its much-visited Eckmühl Lighthouse.
Perros-Guirec
★★ This is a well-known seaside resort in the department, particularly with its hamlet of Ploumanac'h. Located on the Pink Granite Coast, it…
Pleumeur-Bodou
★★ Near Trebeurden, this small town also offers beaches, menhirs and dolmens, small chapels, a reconstructed Gallic village, and the…
Plougastel-Daoulas
★★ This commune in the Brest Roadstead, on a beautiful peninsula perfect for hiking, is famous for its strawberries and especially its…
Plounéour-Brignogan Plages
★★ A seaside resort nestled in its bay, with beautiful beaches along the northern coast of Finistère.
Pointe de la Torche
★★ South of Audierne Bay, this stunning site is also renowned for surfing, windsurfing, and other watersports.
Pointe du Grouin
★★ This is the headland north of Cancale. You can enjoy beautiful coastal scenery and numerous birds, especially in the small bird sanctuary…
Pont-Aven
★★ Nicknamed the "City of Painters," this small town welcomed several artists in the late 19th century (including Gauguin). Besides a fine…
Pontivy
★★ This town in the northern part of the department features a beautiful 15th-century castle (the Château de Rohan) as well as various…
Port-Louis (56)
★★ Located opposite Lorient, the town has always played a defensive role. It is home to a fine 16th-century citadel as well as various…
Quimper
★★ It is the prefecture of Finistère and the "capital" of Cornouaille. The city boasts an old town center and an impressive cathedral.
Rennes
★★ Both the departmental and regional prefecture, this dynamic and pleasant city also boasts a charming historic centre.
Sept-Îles Nature Reserve
★★ Opposite Perros-Guirec, to which it is linked, this small uninhabited archipelago is home to numerous seabird species and seals. Visitors…
Rochefort-en-Terre
★★ Rochefort is a village with historic houses, a collegiate church, a castle, and calvaries. It is one of the "Most Beautiful Villages of…
Parish Close Route
★★ Typical of Breton towns, parish closes (mostly built between the 15th and 17th centuries) are part of Brittany’s culture and history…
Sables d'Or les Pins
★★ A large beach and dunes for this resort, straddling two municipalities, on the edge of Cap Fréhel.
Saint-Pol-de-Léon
★★ Below Roscoff, the town boasts a cathedral and several chapels or churches, along with various Breton manors and old houses. Its coastline…
Saint-Suliac
★★ This port village with typically Breton architecture is listed among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France". You can hike in the…
Saint-Thegonnec Loc-Eguiner
★★ A commune near Morlaix with a stunning parish close among the "7 monumental calvaries of Brittany" and the ruins of a 13th-century castle.
Trégastel
★★ At the heart of the Pink Granite Coast, this seaside resort is a summer favourite for its beaches and landscapes.
Tréguier
★★ The historic capital of the Trégor region and a former episcopal city, Tréguier features a beautiful cathedral and old half-timbered houses…
Vannes
★★ The capital of Morbihan has a fortified historic centre, a large marina, and several beaches.
Vitré
★★ East of Rennes, Vitré boasts a well-preserved medieval heritage with its castle, ramparts, narrow streets, religious buildings, and old…
Argol
★ This commune at the entrance to the Crozon peninsula has a beautiful church with a very pretty parish close and a calvary.
Arzon
★ A seaside resort located at the entrance to the Gulf of Morbihan, at the tip of the beautiful Rhuys peninsula.
Bénodet
★ A seaside resort with a marina and some beautiful historic villas.
Brest
★ Largely destroyed during the war, Brest has a modern architecture. It is a sub-prefecture of the department and a maritime prefecture.
Barnenez Cairn
★ In the municipality of Plouezoc'h, which is also home to the Château du Taureau, this is a large tumulus with several burial chambers.
Kerjean Castle
★ In Saint-Vougay, a lovely 16th-century castle with a large park.
Château de la Roche-Jagu
★ This is an imposing 15th-century building located in Ploëzal, east of Lannion.
Quintin Castle
★ A large 17th- and 18th-century castle and its park, located in the town of the same name.
Damgan
★ A seaside resort southeast of Vannes.
Dinard
★ A large seaside resort with charming "Belle Époque" villas, located across from Saint-Malo on the other side of the Rance estuary.
Dol-de-Bretagne
★ This town of 6,000 inhabitants is home to a beautiful 13th-century Gothic cathedral.
Douarnenez
★ It's a major marina and still a small sardine-fishing port in southern Finistère. You can visit the "floating boat museum" here.
Notre-Dame de Kernascleden Church
★ A very beautiful Gothic church in the commune of Kernascleden, north of Lorient.
Fouesnant
★ A seaside resort between Quimper and Concarneau, right next to Port-la-Forêt, one of the region's largest marinas.
Guingamp
★ The small town, between Saint-Brieuc and Lannion, is a sub-prefecture of the department.
Île d'Arz
★ It's an island off Vannes in the Gulf of Morbihan.
Hoëdic Island
★ Just 5 km southeast of Houat, this small island also attracts many visitors and boaters during the season.
Molène Island
★ Between the mainland and Ouessant, Molène is far less visited than the latter. It is home to the Iroise Sea nature reserve, which hosts…
The Rance
★ This river and its estuary offer hiking opportunities but are best known for the Rance tidal power plant, which has become a tourist…
Trinity-sur-Mer
★ This seaside resort with beautiful beaches is located near Carnac. Trinity is also a major marina at the heart of the Quiberon Bay.
Lake Guerlédan
★ This large artificial lake straddling Morbihan and the Côtes d'Armor is a major water sports hub in the region. You can also hike all…
Lampaul-Guimiliau
★ Another Breton village between Brest and Morlaix, with a stunning parish close.
Landerneau
★ A few old houses and small manors characterise this town, primarily known for being mentioned in several French expressions and as the…
Lannion
★ Located near the Pink Granite Coast, the second-largest town in the Côtes d'Armor offers a charming centre with its churches and old…
Le Conquet
★ On the Iroise Sea, it’s a fishing port, secondarily a seaside resort, and above all the departure point for Ouessant and Molène.
Le Faou
★ The village was once part of the "Most Beautiful Villages of France" with its old half-timbered houses and various religious buildings.
Le Folgoët
★ This commune north of Brest features a beautiful 14th-century basilica.
Le Guilvinec
★ Although the town has fewer than 3,000 inhabitants, it is France’s third-largest fishing port.
Locmariaquer
★ A seaside resort that is also home to a very large number of megaliths (menhirs, dolmens, tumuli).
Loctudy
★ On the southern coast, it is both a fishing port, a marina, and a seaside resort.
Lorient
★ Almost razed in 1944, Lorient remains an important port city, best known for its annual Interceltic Festival held every August. With…
Malestroit
★ This large village on the Nantes-Brest canal has a rather pretty centre.
Montfort-sur-Meu
★ A small town with a medieval past, still evident in its old houses, castle ruins, a few towers, and several religious buildings.
Paimpol
★ This small fishing and pleasure port is home to the remains of a 13th-century abbey. It is also, and above all, a town where sea shanties…
Pénestin
★ It is the southernmost seaside resort in Morbihan.
Pléneuf-Val André
★ A seaside resort not far from Saint-Brieuc.
Pleyben
★ This chief town of the canton boasts a lovely parish close and its calvary.
Plouescat
★ A well-known seaside resort on the northern coast, quite popular with a lot of visitors in season.
Plougrescant
★ This coastal village owes its "fame" to a small house built between two enormous rocks by the sea, an image that has traveled the world.
Plouharnel
★ This municipality near Carnac also boasts a significant number of menhirs and dolmens, as well as several religious buildings (chapels and…
Pont-l'Abbé
★ The "capital" of Pays Bigouden boasts charming churches and a castle-museum.
Quiberon
★ At the tip of its stunning peninsula, Quiberon and its beaches are primarily a great base for exploring the surrounding area on foot, by…
Redon
★ A sub-prefecture with a notable religious heritage (churches, abbey church, Saint-Sauveur Abbey).
Séné Salt Marsh Nature Reserve
★ South of Vannes, in the municipality of the same name and part of the Gulf of Morbihan, this reserve is home to many migratory and local…
Vénec Nature Reserve
★ This is a peat bog area in the municipality of Brennilis where you can go hiking.
Roscoff
★ Both a seaside resort and, most importantly, the departure point for ferries to the United Kingdom or Île de Batz.
Saint-Briac-sur-Mer
★ A renowned seaside resort on the Côte d'Émeraude.
Saint-Brieuc
★ It's the prefecture of Côtes d'Armor, not necessarily one of the most tourist-focused.
Saint-Cast-le-Guildo
★ The town is best known for its seven fine-sand beaches and coves stretching for several kilometres along its peninsula.
Saint-Jean-Trolimon
★ A small commune with a chapel and one of the oldest sculpted calvaries in Brittany.
Saint-Lunaire
★ A seaside resort located right next to Dinard.
Saint-Nic
★ A seaside resort at the entrance to the Crozon peninsula.
Saint-Quay Portrieux
★ A major fishing port between Paimpol and Saint-Brieuc.
Saint-Renan
★ A few kilometres west of Brest, this small town has several old 15th- and 16th-century houses in its centre.
Sarzeau
★ Seaside resort in the southern part of the Gulf of Morbihan. In addition to its beaches and long coastline, the town offers a beautiful…
Talbert Spit
★ A nature reserve and geological curiosity, featuring a mix of sand and pebbles extending into the sea. It serves as a habitat for numerous…
Trebeurden
★ A seaside resort on the Côte de Granit Rose with around ten beaches.