Top Things to do in Finistere
10 Sights & Landmarks in Finistere That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Finistere, France including Pointe de Pen-Hir, Pointe de Saint-Hernot, Cathedrale Saint-Corentin, Musee de Pont-Aven, Pointe du Raz, Viaduct, Chateau du Taureau, Maison dite de la duchesse Anne, Pointe Saint-Mathieu, Phare d'Eckmuhl.
Restaurants in Finistere
1. Pointe de Pen-Hir
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 929 reviews
Reviewed By JurgenB435 - Brussels, Belgium
One of many beautiful capes or pointes in Bretagne. Very nice late at night, when you can be all alone, when there is still just enough light to enjoy it
2. Pointe de Saint-Hernot
3. Cathedrale Saint-Corentin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,282 reviews
This medieval Gothic cathedral is perhaps the city's most prominent architectural landmark.
Reviewed By Morvoren - Truro, United Kingdom
This cathedral is quite rightly a National Monument. Admission is free. The Gothic architecture is amazing outside and in. The interior is light and spacious and the ambiance is relaxed. It is worth doing a little research before your visit to get the most out of it, especially if you don't speak French.
4. Musee de Pont-Aven
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 413 reviews
Reviewed By Alroy13 - Ness Ziona, Israel
A wonderful vivid surprise, beautiful paintings from variety of painters. Nice “story behind” of Pont-Aven location and history. Short 30-40 minutes with lots of fascinating paintings. Worth a special trip to see it
5. Pointe du Raz
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,587 reviews
Reviewed By 648pennyk
Ok it's can be named as the edge of the world, breathtaking natural beauty...amazing place to visit. ***Attention **** though sun protection is absolutely necessary **** It is a walk in a one went path but there is no shadow at all there and there is some wind, we can say it's almost cold....and here is the tricky part, it doesnt feel at all like you need sun protection but if you dont want to end up with serious sun burns really cover you :) And enjoy the magic!
6. Viaduct
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 371 reviews
Reviewed By 842JonathanL - Wisbech, United Kingdom
Went to Morlaix twice during our recent stay in Carantec. Such a beautiful town with lovely shops and restaurants. What grabs your attention though, right from the moment you look around is the viaduct. Built in just 2 years (1861-1863) the top part is still used as a train line and the bottom is a pedestrian walkway which strides over the town. The steps are a bit of an effort but totally worth it and has to be done. Each archway has its own spotlight and I just wished I could've seen how they lit it up at night as I'm sure it would've been breathtaking. There is a lovely information board in the middle looking over the town centre with a lovely view at the Hotel de Ville opposite (another gorgeous building). There is even a little part of it giving you the details in English for those who's French isn't what it should be lol. If there are any drawbacks they are few. The side that I scaled the steps of there was no access for our pushchair meaning it had to stay at the bottom while we made the slow climb with 2 small children (who actually really enjoyed the steps and are still young enough to see steps as fun, rather than the soul-crushing pathway to misery they truly are!). The other drawback is that like all these things, the time needed to get everything out of the experience is short, so if you were making a trip especially for the viaduct then prepare for a short stop. On the plus side, Morlaix is truly lovely and well worth spending a diverting afternoon lounging around it's shops and cafe's. In conclusion, while the viaduct itself may not be worth going a long way out of your way for, the town of Morlaix with the viaduct and everything in it, really is!
7. Chateau du Taureau
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4.5 based on 824 reviews
Reviewed By ianbU3084TD
It was great to walk around an experience the atmosphere of the Chateau, and an excellent guidebook is provided (in French and English)) that explains the history and features of the building. The boat trip to get to the Chateau only adds to the experience. Great views also of the Baie de Morlaix from the tower.
8. Maison dite de la duchesse Anne
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
The House known as ‘Duchess Anne’s House’ is a particularly well-preserved example of a lantern house, the lantern being the emblematic architectural principle of the town during the Renaissance. Visitors will find the house, with its covered interior courtyard sheltering a monumental fireplace and a spiral staircase of elaborately sculpted oak, which enables movement between the rooms in the front and rear of the house's three floors.
Reviewed By CarolienBAC - Leuven, Belgium
Really interesting visit to an architectural treasure built in 1530. This renaissance private house shows off the wealth of its owners and was literally built to impress visitors. The highlight of the architecture is no doubt the marvelous sculpted wooden staircase. The ticket is very cheap and a visit will cost you about half an hour to an hour. The friendly lady at the entrance was so kind to tell us more about the house and she pointed out lots of interesting details. Money well spent, if you ask me.
9. Pointe Saint-Mathieu
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 756 reviews
A l'extrême ouest du Finistère, sur la commune de Plougonvelin en Pays d'iroise, la pointe Saint-Mathieu se dresse face à la mer d'Iroise. C'est un lieu de promenades agréables en toute saison où se côtoient le GR®34 et le Parc naturel marin d’Iroise, l'abbaye édifiée à partir du XIème siècle et le phare construit en 1835, le Mémorial national des marins disparus en mer et le sémaphore.
