Brittany Holidays, Gites And Villas

Coastal Attractions

The nearest beaches Ste Anne La Palud, Pentrez Plage and the beaches at Douarnenez are all within 15 minutes, if you're prepared to travel a little further you can experience the idyllic beaches around Morgat on the Crozon Peninsula. Audierne famous for its shell fish and one of the best beaches in South Finistere is especially renowned for its clearwater skin diving; these are just a few of those you can visit.

Also a visit to Pointe Du Raz and Baie Des Trepasses is a must when the surf is crashing and spume flying, this rocky spur defying the Atlantic is breath taking. The endless sands reached by a steep road where deceased Druids were laid before being ferried to Seine Island for burial remains almost totally undeveloped and hauntingly beautiful. For More information on the Baie Des Trepasses Click here or for Seine Island Click here

For those of you interested in a Surfing holiday the Crozon or the coastal areas around Douarnenez, Audierne and the Baie Des Trepasses are ideal for either beginners or experienced surfers Click here and here for details of the beaches, level of experience required, quality of surfing, directions etc.

Quimper

France's westernmost province of Brittany has much in common with the rest of the country: beaches that rival the Riviera, a passion for fine wine and food, stunning architecture and plenty of history. Quimper (pronounced "Kamp-air") is the capital of Cornouaille and head of Finistere, an area where Breton traditions are still very much alive.

The Odet River slices the town in two, crossed by orate footbridges and lined by rows of magnificent trees, elaborate light standards are festooned with colourful hanging flower baskets. Seven low hills surround the town. The gothic 12th century Cathedral St Corentin dominates Quimper's skyline.
The old town is cobbled squares, narrow picturesque streets with half-timbered houses, crowded markets and flowers everywhere in pots and baskets. In the middle ages, each street of this quarter was devoted to a single trade and the streets still bear the names such as rue des Boucheries (butchers). The old town makes for delightful strolling with their strange houses, manors and mansions, many dating back 400 years.

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Concarneau

The walled town of Concarneau is a fortified island linked to the mainland by two small bridges built by Louis XIV, the parapet walk is a must see. The famous early morning fish auction captures the atmosphere of this colourful
old harbour.

The historic gems of Concarneau are complemented by an excellent nearby beach, Plage des Sables Blancs a popular tourist resort but not at the expense of the natural coastal beauty.

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Locronan

A delightful medieval village that seems to have survived the march of time unscathed. The granite and slate roof houses of the main street are dominated by the 15 Century Church of Ste Ronan and Le Penity Chapel. Planned like a scaled down cathedral the interior of this four square church is strikingly atmospheric. It stands in Grande Place a cobbled expanse surrounded by a riotous of steep pitched roofs, capped dormer windows and ancient arches. Take a virtual tour of the village at Click here or for more information Click here