Carnac Stones

The Carnac Stones, possibly dating back to 5000 BC, make up the most important pre-historic site in Europe - older than Stonehenge. Over 2000 standing stones stretch for 4km to the north of Carnac village where the Museum of Prehistory sheds light on their significance. 

Quimper

Shop for its distinctive ‘faience’ pottery and relax in cafes around the Gothic cathedral of Ste-Corentin in Brittany’s oldest city. Discover the lively covered market and enjoy outstanding nineteenth and twentieth century works, including paintings from the Pont-Aven School, in Quimper’s Musee des Beaux-Arts. 

Morlaix

A thriving port in medieval times, once notorious for piracy, Morlaix is dominated by a striking pink granite viaduct above the town carrying trains from Paris to Brest. Explore cobbled streets of medieval houses in the old centre, admire the intricate carvings of La Maison de la Duchess Anne, and take a glass of ‘Coreff’ - a potent local bitter.   

Vannes

Considered to be Southern Brittany’s major tourist town, prosperous and picturesque, the turreted ramparts enclose a maze of narrow streets and half-timbered houses. Visit the Musee Archeologique and take a boat trip to the beautiful islands in the Gulf of Morbihan.

Oceanopolis, Brest

Suberb aquarium with 3 areas - polar, tropical and temperate. Allow plenty of time for your visit - there are over 10,000 fish representing over 1,000 species.

Concarneau

One of France’s largest fishing ports and popular resort, the medieval walled town on a small island is one of Brittany’s most photographed sights. Visit the fishing museum showing the history of Breton ports and wander the flower-filled streets to watch the boats themselves go by.