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Brittany’s ‘Towns of Art and History’Immerse yourself in the history of Brittany’s small towns

Brittany’s ‘Towns of Art and History’

Some of these towns have thousands of years of history; come and learn their story. Cathedrals with soaring spires, town mansions with superbly-decorated façades, the remains of ramparts, vast market squares… Guided tours, history festivals, concerts, fetes, street theatre and all kinds of exhibitions… There’s plenty of cultural life here and it’s great fun. It’s a whirlwind of tempting events for anyone who loves making new discoveries!

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In the bay of Brest, between the Léon and Cornouaille areas, and between the river and the sea, Landerneau has a remarkable architectural heritage. The jewel in its...

Although it is now the administrative centre of the Pays-de-la-Loire, Nantes was the capital of Brittany for hundreds of years. Start at the impressive Château des Ducs de...

Forget everything you thought you knew about Brest, and come and explore the heart of this naval port, nestled in one of France’s most beautiful natural harbours. On the menu:...

Quimper

Not only is Quimper the administrative capital of the Finistère department, it is also generally regarded as the cultural heart of Brittany. The town is known for its...

Now a quiet market town where the River Blavet meets the Nantes-Brest canal, Pontivy was once the seat of one of Brittany’s most powerful families before becoming one of...

The Isole and Ellé rivers come together under the stone arches to form the Laïta, a tidal river. Originally based around the quays, the town peacefully expanded by moving...

As well as being France’s third most important fishing port, Concarneau has other assets that make it a very popular summer resort. The main draw is the quaint ville close...

Saint-Pol-de-Léon

The historical town of Saint-Pol-de-Léon was once a former bishop’s city. Today it is an active vegetable and horticultural capital with the charm of a coastal town. With...

The vibrant university city of Rennes, Brittany’s administrative capital, is worth a day or two of anyone’s time. Take a wander around the medieval streets of the...

A short and pleasant boat trip across the bay of Lorient, Port-Louis is worth a day of anyone’s time. The main sight is the star-shaped fort, which now houses two fascinating...

The Redon Marshes

If you like landscapes combining land and water, you are sure to be enchanted by the Redon Marshes, where the superb valleys of the Vilaine, Aff and Canut rivers offer a great...

The walled town of Vannes is without doubt one of Brittany’s most attractive sights and a must-visit on any trip to the Gulf of Morbihan. Wander around the well-preserved...

Nestled at the bottom of the estuary, Pont-l’Abbé, with the “Little Town of Character” label, was described by Maupassant as “the most Breton town” of...

On the frontier between France and Brittany, Vitré was once one of the region’s most important towns. Its 15th and 16th-century buildings rival Dinan for medieval quaintness...

Walking through the cobbled streets of St Malo’s old town feels like you’ve stepped back in time. This popular tourist destination and busy ferry port offers visitors an...

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