Discover a wonderful region by visiting Brittany. This land of legends and myths offers breathtaking and varied landscapes. Explore its wild coastline along one of its many footpaths and be amazed by the views over the turquoise ocean. On the countryside, get lost in its dense forests or discover one of the region's charming villages. The area is also perfect for history lovers with its many neolithic remains, its fascinating medieval history and its legends. Discover the stories of the King Arthur's and Saint-Malo's fascinating history of pirates and smugglers. Brittany also has a fierce identity and a delightful culture: take the opportunity to taste its local gastronomy and experience its festive traditions including Celtic music, danses and traditional costumes.
Here is a list of 10 things to see and do while visiting this mythical region:
1. Explore Dinan's medieval town
Dinan is definitely one of the most attractive small towns in Brittany. With its 1.8 miles-long ramparts, its attractive port, its 14th century castle, its charming half-timbered houses and its cobbled streets filled with art galleries and craft shops, you may want to keep a complete day to discover the beautiful cité.
2. Discover Saint-Malo fascinating history
Enjoy a guided tour through the cobbled streets of its old town and learn about the fascinating history of the Cité. You will feel like you’ve stepped back in time. The busy port offers visitors an authentic glimpse into Brittany’s important seafaring past. Walk around the city to enjoy stunning views over the sea.
3. Walk along the Pink Granite Coast
From the Bréhat Island to Trébeurden, the Pink Granite Coast is one of the most famous walk along Brittany coast. It owes its popularity to its pink-colored sculpted rocks diving into the turquoise sea. A real paradise for walkers and for birds. The sunset enhances its colors...perfect for a romantic walk!
4. Explore Carnac alignments
Carnac has so much to offer: a nice town, a family seaside resort, a fascinating Museum of Prehistory and its famous alignments. This unique rows of ancient standing stones is famous all over the World. Three fields – Ménec, Kermario and Kerlescan – contain around 3,000 aligned megaliths, which date from 4000BC. .
5. Discover Brittany's spectacular coastline in Camaret-sur-Mer & Crozon
The Crozon peninsula, shaped like a gigantic cross in the Iroise sea, sums up the essence of Brittany. The landscape shifts from spectacular cliff scenery to heather-covered moorland, then to deep blue sea and beautiful beaches. The pretty little ports of Camaret and Morgat are the starting point for voyages of discovery.
6. Cruise along the peaceful Canals
A long stretch of more than 600 km. With bird songs and the lapping of water as background noises. Greenery, no cars, a bike ride on the tow path, freedom and castles… welcome to the “Land of the Middle”, that of the Brittany canals. Suitable for fishing, walking and discovering remarkable sites and landscapes. The best way to enjoy this journey is to drift with the current, to sail according to your own rhythm and to drop anchor wherever you desire.
7. Stroll through Pont-Aven charming streets and explore its art galleries
Located near the lovely town of Concarneau, Pont-Aven is also a charming town, best known for its association with the post-Impressionist painter Paul Gauguin. This attractive little village has became a center for art with its art school and many art galleries. Walk along its lovely riverside, discover its galleries and try on its mouth-watering food specialities. You may also want to discover its colorful summer festival.
8. Go back in time and visit the Château de Fougères
The fabulous Castle of Fougères is one of the most impressive french fortress. Enter the castle ramparts and let yourself be caught up in its history. An entertaining new historical spectacle plunges you into the medieval period and reveals the secrets of the fortress which was gradually built up over time and which played a key role in the defense of the duchy of Brittany.
9. Visit one of the most beautiful French villages: Locronan
This exquisite village has been listed as one of the most beautiful French villages. It owes its name to the founder of the Cité, Saint-Ronan, during the 10th century. From the late Middle Ages, sail-making brought prosperity, and an exceptionally handsome architectural legacy.
10. Taste Cancale's oysters
Cancale is a small picturesque village with a beautiful seaside famous for its oysters. The town is considered as the “oyster capital” in Brittany. Cancale’s oyster popularity goes back to Roman times when they were eaten by Julius Caesar’s legions. Later, Louis XIV had them expressly delivered from this town every day. You may want to taste them with a glass of white wine or visit an oyster farm if you are simply curious about its production.
11. Visit Quimper, the cultural heart of Brittany
Quimper is the administrative capital of the Finistère department. With its beautiful cathedral, its lively old quarter and its museums displaying the history and traditions of the region, Quimper is recognized as Brittany's cultural center. Do not miss its annual festival celebrating Breton culture.
Not far from Brittany....
12. Visit the renown Mont-Saint-Michel (Normandy)
The world-famous island abbey may stand just across the border in Normandy, but much of the phenomenal World Heritage Site Baie du Mont-Saint-Michel forms part of Brittany.
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Frenchly yours,
Sandra
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