Morbihan

Overview

Key facts

• Type of place: department.

• Location: on the Atlantic coast, between Nantes and Finistère.

• Department code: 56.

• Bordering departments: Côtes-d'Armor, Finistère, Ille-et-Vilaine, Loire-Atlantique.

• Prefecture: Vannes.

• Sub-prefectures: Lorient and Pontivy.

• Number of municipalities: 253.

• Population: 751,309 inhabitants (2019).

• Area: 6,823 km².

• Highest point:

• Lowest point: sea level.

• Coastline: 905 km.

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

• Website: http://www.morbihan.com

History of Morbihan

Geography and environment

Culture and economy

What to see in Morbihan

• What to see in Brittany and Morbihan

Primarily facing the sea with its seaside resorts, fishing or pleasure ports, islands (including Belle-Île-en-Mer), the Gulf of Morbihan or the Quiberon Peninsula, the department will delight enthusiasts. Additionally, you can discover traces of the past, starting with numerous megalithic sites (including Carnac) and several medieval castles and buildings.

What to do in Morbihan

Climate and weather

Morbihan has a temperate oceanic climate with some microclimates, such as in Quiberon. It is characterized by mild winters and summers. In summer, the heat generally remains moderate. In winter, frosts are rare, especially on the islands and along the coast. Rainfall is quite abundant year-round, with a peak in winter. The coastline and the eastern part of the department are the least rainy areas.

Sea temperature throughout the year

The water temperature is never very warm in Brittany. Naturally, swimming is most pleasant in the heart of the summer season.

Transport

Getting there

Getting around

Accommodation

Food

Additional information