BRITTANY south side

To discover in Brittany!

BRITTANY, A LAND RICH IN COLORS AND CONTRASTS

Bounded by the sea and defined by its traditional character, Brittany is a beautiful region in the North West of France. Fishing villages are nestled in the bays along the Atlantic seaboard, while the verdant countryside is dotted with quaint villages and fairy-tale medieval castles. The landscape varies from peaceful moorland and rainforest, to secluded sandy beaches and spectacular seaside scenery. From its rocky headlands, the rugged coastline offers magnificent ocean views.

Vannes, the ideal base for exploring Southern Brittany

Whether by land or sea, Vannes offers a variety of must-see sites within half an hour. Even without a car, you can discover extraordinary places on foot, by bike, by boat, or by train (the corkscrew). The hardest part may be choosing…

Celtic Influence

Brittany is a land of myths and legends, with a fascinating history. The region has a Celtic influence with a dialect related to Gaelic, and the local cuisine is delicious. From Kouign Amann to “galettes” (buckwheat pancakes), to wheat pancakes for dessert, you’ll succumb to the delicacies (caramel, chocolate, or fresh strawberries during the season). Bretons are proud to celebrate Breton culture in traditional costumes through pilgrimages and folk music and dance festivals.

A Thousand and One Faces

If your heart is torn between land and sea, Southern Brittany offers no choice and is distinguished by varied landscapes in myriad colors. Like the Gulf of Morbihan, which forms a symbolic link between the ocean and the continent, the only department with a Breton name (Mor-Bihan means “small sea”) is defined by blue rivers, verdant forests, and golden shores. You’ll be amazed! Here, the Nantes-Brest Canal winds its way, there, the legends of Brocéliande assert themselves, and further away, the wild coast of Quiberon unfolds, offering a unique spectacle.

A land of emotions On the nature side, there is no shortage of ideas. Let yourself be surprised by the Morbihan countryside and its picturesque villages: Josselin, Rochefort-en-Terre, Lizio. The charm of the stone will transport you from stories to daydreams to discover the local heritage: chapels, castles and museums take you on a journey out of time… as far as the origins of humanity questioned by the many megalithic monuments of the department whose alignments of menhirs of Carnac are the jewel. A land facing the ocean And why not a getaway by the sea? The 900 km of Morbihan coastline are as if sculpted in lace: rocky peninsulas, secret coves and fine sandy beaches flirt with the crystalline ocean and sketch dizzying curves. The beaches will seduce you and intoxicate you with their holiday scent. Between sports break and zen parenthesis, well-being will be there! The islands of Ponant The aptly named Belle-Île-en-Mer, Groix, Houat or Hoëdic will know how to be accomplices in your escape. The blue immensity reserves unexpected pleasures like so many pearls to cultivate… and even more when approaching the Gulf of Morbhan. The legend counts as many islands in Morbihan as there are days in the year. Something to live the adventure on a daily basis!

DISCOVERY TOURS: 7 DAYS IN SOUTHERN BRITTANY

DAY 1 : Walk in Vannes
DAY 2 : Gulfe of Morbihan
DAY 3 : Isle of Rhuys
DAY 4 : Circuit of thes megaliths
DAY 5 : Isle of Quiberon
DAY 6 : Route of the Castles of the Dukes of Brittany
DAY 7 : For further

Day 1 : Walk in Vannes (on foot)

Keystone of the Gulf of Morbihan, Vannes is a very old city. Its ramparts shelter one of the most beautiful ensembles of ancient architecture in Brittany. The port comes to the heart of the city to mix the reflections of sails, trees and medieval houses. Formerly the residence of the Dukes of Brittany, Vannes has been awarded 5 times since 1990: the most dynamic medium-sized city in France. On a human scale, this city offers inexhaustible sources of discovery. Always close to the historic center, never far from the sea, you can walk there happily.