Brittany Holidays
La vie Française
Weather
The south of Brittany has a temperate climate because of the warming and calming influence of the Gulf stream, meaning a typical maritime climate with warm summers and mild winters.
Wine & Cuisine
Crêperies are everywhere, serving savoury buckwheat galettes or delicious sweet crêpes. The marine influence is strong here too, so try Cotriade, a fish stew, traditionally made with conger eel, whilst a Pot au Feu with lobster, shrimp, scallops, mussels and oysters in a flavoursome stew is a must for seafood lovers. Brittany produces no commercial wine, although Muscadet, crisp and dry, is the perfect companion to seafood and is widely offered and reasonably inexpensive. Gros Plant is also good with seafood. Cider (apple or pear) is the main Breton brew, in still or sparkling form, drunk traditionally from a bowl.
How would you like to...
Visit the tiny island community of Ile de Sein, walk the towering cliffs of Pointe du Raz, cycle beside the picturesque waterways of the Brest Canal or the River Rance, or surrender to the bliss of a seaside spa?
Holidays in Brittany
Emerald Coast
Quiet coves and elegant seaside towns
You’ll be following and criss-crossing the river Rance as you explore Belle Epoque towns, sandy coves, fishing ports and green countryside. We grade this route as easy - the region is relatively flat although there is the odd climb in and out of villages.
Coastal Calm
Relaxation on the Brittany coast
Retreat, relax and revitalize in the luxurious Grand Hôtel des Bains, a world away from the crowds on a small peninsula in the fishing town of Locquirec. Beautiful grounds, private beach, gourmet food, spa ‘de luxe’ and breathtaking coastal walks await you.
Celtic Canal Cycle
Easy cycling mostly on level paths along the banks of the Nantes-Brest Canal
From East to West, this chain of rivers and canals across Brittany combines tranquillity and heritage through wonderful countryside. Enjoy the complete peace and harmony of the waterside as you travel through the Celtic heartland of Brittany.
Breathtaking Brittany
Celtic crosses and rocky inlets
This south-western tip of Brittany stretches into the waters of the Atlantic. Sandy dunes and marshes give way to dramatic cliffs as you approach the stunning Pointe du Raz headland. Walking around 7 hours each day mainly along coastal paths with the odd climb, this walk is graded moderate.
Morbihan Islands Walk
A dreamy mélange of sea, sky and Breton terrain
The Gulf of Morbihan, features a scattering of islands waiting to be discovered, the two largest being the Ile aux Moines and Ile d’Arz. The cross-shaped Ile aux Moines offers scenic walks around its 4 miles of coast, while Arz has lovely creeks and coves for an enjoyable dip in the sea.
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