City: Brittany
Top Things to do in Brittany
Top Hotels in Brittany
- 1. Grand Hotel des Bains
- 2. Le Grand Hotel des Thermes
- 3. Le Celtique Hotel & Spa
- 4. Villa Les Hydrangeas
- 5. Le Saint-Antoine Hotel & Spa, BW Premier Collection
- 6. Hotel Oceania Saint-Malo
- 7. Aparthotel Adagio & Spa Vannes
- 8. Kyriad Rennes Centre
- 9. Best Western Les Bains de Perros-Guirec Hotel et Spa
- 10. Hotel des Marins
The 10 Best Things to Do in Brittany, France
Brittany (/ˈbrɪtəni/; French: Bretagne [bʁətaɲ] ( listen); Breton: Breizh, pronounced [bʁɛjs] or [bʁɛχ]; Gallo: Bertaèyn, pronounced [bəʁtaɛɲ]) is a cultural region in the northwest of France, covering the western part of what was known as Armorica during the period of Roman occupation. It became an independent kingdom and then a duchy before being united with the Kingdom of France in 1532 as a province governed as if it were a separate nation under the crown.
Restaurants in Brittany
1. Grand Site Naturel de Ploumanac'h
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Arizona-Senior - Sedona, Arizona
We spent a few hours in this north-coast Breton village and area recently while visiting relatives who've moved to the Cotes d'Armor region. One day we drove to Ploumanac'h, a small fishing village, a few kilometers from Perros-Guirec. Unfortunately, I think, the tide was out and so the sea had retreated quite a distance from the coastal walkway (sentier), leaving seaweed and other bottom debris very visible against the very-beautiful nonetheless backdrop of the huge blocks of ruddy-pink granite (a natural phenomenon, dating from the last Ice Age glaciers & aftermath of erosion) that line the shore for about 50 kilometers along this deeply-indented coastline.
Even though it was the 14th July Holiday weekend, we were amazed that the location was NOT overly crowded - it was mixed sun & clouds, about 72 F (21 C) after Noon with a bit of sea breeze - perfect walking conditions, in fact. For me the prettiest part was a slight (100 meters) detour inland where some huge (house size) boulders, sculpted by wind and water erosion, pile up along a secondary path - one could imagine an ancient "elephant leg" or a "dinosaur head" being left to crystalize into stone...
This coast is definitely "worth a detour" but I think I'd have liked it better at High Tide when the water laps at the grantite rocks and time seems to have stood still... We had a great lunch overlooking the fishing harbor but that's for another review.
2. Musee Memoires 39-45
Overall Ratings
5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By From-Bovey - Exeter, United Kingdom
Well worth a stop off to explore this interesting museum.
Situated in a German WW2 5 story bunker, the museum tells a story using first hand accounts of some of the local people and German soldiers involved backed up with WW2 exhibits and reconstructions.
Highly recommended and at just €7.50 for an adult, not too expensive.
The museum has just opened this year and has been a labour of love for the curator. I hope it is a great success.
3. Sentier des douaniers
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Hugo S
Highlight of our long weekend in perros-guirec--not strenuous but please wear walking shoes (not sandals). Bring water because there's none on the route. Plenty of photographic moments here.
4. Cote de Granit Rose
Overall Ratings
5 based on 223 reviews
Reviewed By Quack_quack_quackl - Wairarapa, New Zealand
We adore this area of France. It's quite un-touristy but stunningly beautiful.
The houses are like Disneyland wants to be - but authentic, real and unpretentious.
The walk along the Cote de Granit Rose is stunning, wild and "the real France", as well as celtic.
We had a gorgeous walk. The kids couldn't believe that mum was daring enough to climb up the rock formations - Muuuum! - but they soon followed suit and were climbing about like monkeys.
It was a hot day and we clambered down to some of the secluded Beaches to cool our ankles in the frigid water. I'd say you'd need some serious dedication to swim here!
There are some sandy parts for wading at high tide; but at low tide the whole landscape looks rather desolate.
Be aware if you're planning on walking some distance that you're advised to take food and water, as there are no cafes along the coastline. Plan ahead and buy bread, cheese and fruit for a pique-nique and fill up at a creperie for dinner!
We love this area and really look forward to coming back for a longer time.
5. Les Aiguilles de Port Coton
Overall Ratings
5 based on 397 reviews
Reviewed By Soccca - Tolmin, Slovenia
In time of our visit it was very windy and we could really feel the power of 'wild coast'. It was quite cold and there were very high and strong waves around those rocks. Definitely not to be missed on your visit to Belle Ile.
6. Pointe de Pen-Hir
Overall Ratings
5 based on 566 reviews
Reviewed By Jordanovichy - Portsmouth, United Kingdom
I visited Point Pen Hir near Camaret-sur-Met in Brittany with some friends on a geology field trip in April 2016. It is a beautiful place with some impressive rock formations. I visited on a fairly damp and windy day but that didn't spoil the fun, the beach on the other side is peaceful and beautiful with stunning rocks, caves, just really nice. Highly recommended for a walk.
7. Pointe du Van
Overall Ratings
5 based on 198 reviews
Reviewed By Chris W - Cardiff, United Kingdom
Went there almost by mistake after refusing to pay a fortune to park at Pointe du Raz.
This really is a place not to miss. A really cracking headland, a walk across heather moors and high, craggy cliffs reminiscent of Scotland's Western Isles. The sea looks amazing at all times, but is particularly spectacular during storms. There are several paths around to the point, and if you're brave, you can climb down to find absolute solitude on the cliff tops.
There's not the crowds you'll get at Pointe du Raz, the car park is free - and there's a nearby café. I recommend you take a picnic though, it's more fun.
8. Le Fonds Helene et Edouard Leclerc pour la Culture
Overall Ratings
5 based on 391 reviews
Reviewed By FandD2014 - Swindon, United Kingdom
It is great to think that this foundation brings to Brittany Exhibitions often reserved to capital cities. After an exhibition on Miro last summer, this year there is a Dubuffet exhibition. The building is in the centre of Landerneau, well signposted and close to a car-park (which is non-paying for 3 hours if you go to the exhibition and have your ticket validated). For a few euros (no senior rate but children free up to 18), you can discover the works of this 'insoumis' (rebel) artist, browse through his sketch books, even take photos (without flash). There are guided tours but the times for these are not made clear.
9. Cap d'Erquy
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 277 reviews
Reviewed By Jordanovichy - Portsmouth, United Kingdom
I visited Cap d'Erquy with some friends on a geology field trip in Brittany in April 2016. It is a beautiful place to go for a walk, over the rocks and along the perfect Beaches. The area is also home to some amazing Jurassic pillow lavas that are well worth looking at. Definitely worth a visit!
10. Marche aux Huitres
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 496 reviews
Reviewed By Wild_Basil
The oyster market is a highlight in Cancale and it is understandable. The oysters one can buy here are very fresh and taste especially good eaten just on the stairs nearby. It is really a special atmosphere, eating them with the salty water inside, throwing the shells back into the water. Coming at the particular times, at the low tide, one can also see the oyster farms in the harbour. Really a very peacefull and atmospheric place
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