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VACATION BRITTANY<\/h5><\/div>

Enjoyable vacations in Finist\u00e8re on the Breton Riviera<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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REGION FINISTERE<\/h5><\/div>

Enjoyable vacations on the Breton Riviera<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Our favorite places in La For\u00eat-Fouesnant and in the Finist\u00e8re region<\/h2><\/div>

Our cottage is located in the idyllic and green town of La For\u00eat-Fouesnant<\/strong>. <\/i><\/p>\n

In the village itself, as well as in the nearby region, there is much to discover and enjoy. We are happy to show you our favorite places<\/strong> and a few worthwhile excursions<\/strong> for your vacation stay with us on the Finist\u00e8re peninsula of Brittany.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The regions of Brittany<\/em><\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

In and around La For\u00eat-Fouesnant<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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The white beach Cap-Coz<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Beautiful beaches<\/h3><\/div>

One of our favorite beaches is Plage Cap Coz<\/strong>, a long stretch of sand on the south coast of the Brittany Peninsula in Fouesnant. Not only is this beach a gem for sun worshippers<\/strong>, but it is also very popular with water sports enthusiasts<\/strong> and sailors<\/strong>. The region offers many other beaches and beautiful coves that will surely delight you, such as the beaches Plage Kerl\u00e9ven<\/strong> south of the port Port-la-For\u00eat or Plage de Beg Meil<\/strong> at the very south of the coast.<\/p>\n<\/div>

<\/i>All beaches at a glance<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Notre Dame Izel Before<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Explore La For\u00eat-Fouesnant<\/h3><\/div>

La For\u00eat-Fouesnant is a typical village of Brittany<\/strong>, very wooded and next to the sea. Explore the old harbor<\/strong> on walking and hiking trails or the 16th-century country cathedral Notre Dame Izel Vor.<\/strong> Guided tours and sightseeing are also offered. Stroll leisurely through the village and enjoy the regional specialties such as cr\u00eape, cider or the fine seafood<\/strong>. By the way, on the main beach Kerleven<\/strong> you can also beach fishing.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The market life in La For\u00eat-Fouesnant<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Market in La For\u00eat-Fouesnant<\/h3><\/div>

Throughout the year, you can stroll through the market in La For\u00eat-Fouesnant on the Place de la Baie on Sunday mornings <\/strong>from 8 am. In addition, during the summer months of July and August<\/strong>, a market is held at the Port-La-For\u00eat marina on Tuesday evenings<\/strong> from 6pm. Markets are also held regularly in the neighboring towns of Concarneau, Fouesnant-les Gl\u00e9nan, B\u00e9nodet, Quimper or Pont-l’Abb\u00e9.<\/p>\n<\/div>

<\/i>To the market calendar <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i>More stores in the village<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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The big marina<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Port-la-For\u00eat<\/h3><\/div>

The marina “Port-La-For\u00eat” is one of the most important in Brittany and famous for its ocean racing. Many top sailors train here throughout the year. With over 1000 berths, you’ll find boats of all sizes, from pleasure craft and fishing boats to the famous 60-foot racing yachts. During the high season in July and August, boats sail daily to the Gl\u00e9nan Islands and every Tuesday evening there is a night market for local and artisanal products and food.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The dignified golf clubhouse<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Golf de Cornouaille La For\u00eat-Fouesnant<\/h3><\/div>

The 18-hole golf course Golf de Cornouaille<\/strong>, which is only 5 minutes by car from the vacation home, always offers a fantastic view of the bay of La For\u00eat-Fouesnant. The place has an ancient tree population<\/strong> and is very well maintained<\/strong>. After the round, enjoy the magnificent view of the sea in the traditional and tasteful clubhouse<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>

<\/i>To the golf course<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Regional specialties at Belle-Vue<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Seafood and regional specialties<\/h3><\/div>

Enjoy the beautiful panoramic view of the bay of Fouesnant in the restaurant Belle-Vue<\/strong>, which scores with deserved awards such as 2 forks in the Guide Michelin<\/strong> and Cuisine savoureuse in the Guide Logis<\/strong>. Indulge your palate with the creative and refined cuisine of Yves Kern\u00e9vez, who gives free rein to his inspiration according to the seasons. Especially famous are its dishes with fresh products of the sea and local delicacies<\/strong>. Do not miss this pleasure in any case.<\/p>\n<\/div>

<\/i>To the restaurant<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Aux Viviers de Penfoulic<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

The seafood farm<\/h3><\/div>

At Anse de Penfoulic<\/strong>, in the bay of La For\u00eat-Fouesnant, you will find a wide range of seafood and shellfish<\/strong> on direct sale all year round: oysters, cockles, mussels, gray clams, rose mussels and shell oysters from traditional oyster farming in the sea. You can also find lobster, crawfish and spider crab. You can taste on the spot<\/strong> and whole seafood platters<\/strong> are prepared for you on order. Many local restaurants prepare the tasty delicacies for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>

<\/i>To the seafood farm<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Les Poissons de Nicolas<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Fish Shop Les Poissons de Nicolas<\/h3><\/div>

At the fish shop Les Poissons de Nicolas, you will find a wide selection of whole fish and fish fillets from the region, as well as shellfish and crustaceans. In the catering area, hot and cold appetizers, as well as seafood salads, are prepared. You will also find puff pastries, tarts, ready-made dishes, lobster stews, cod paste (Brandade de Morue), seafood platters, and much more. The shop is open all year round, from Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00-12:30 and 16:00-19:00.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Cr\u00eaperie Quartier d’\u00e9t\u00e9<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

The Cr\u00eaperie Quartier d’\u00e9t\u00e9<\/h3><\/div>

The idyllically situated <\/strong> Cr\u00eaperie<\/strong> you will find on the edge of the bay and near the old port of La For\u00eat-Fouesnant. You must try the delicious traditional Breton cr\u00eapes<\/strong>! Here good conviviality and the best quality is guaranteed. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

<\/i>To the cr\u00eaperie<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Cr\u00eaperie Saint Nicolas<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

The Cr\u00eaperie Saint Nicolas<\/h3><\/div>

Also the Cr\u00eaperie Saint Nicolas<\/strong> in Fouesnant we can highly recommend. After all, you can never eat enough cr\u00eapes when you’re on vacation in Brittany! And they come in all varieties with numerous variations and toppings<\/strong>. The regional cider, the Cidre<\/strong>, is also worth enjoying.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

<\/i>To the cr\u00eaperie<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Marianne Deja | Interior designer<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Interior design Fouesnant | Marianne Deja<\/h3><\/div>

Our interior designer Marianne Deja<\/strong> did a great job and supported us in designing and furnishing our beautiful vacation home. She is a sensitive and competent interior designer and architect and we can only recommend Marianne Deja.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Natural beauty along the coast to Point du Raz<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

The Breton coast and natural beauties<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Impressive rocks on the rough sea<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

La Pointe du Raz<\/h3><\/div>

At the outermost cape of Finist\u00e8re, an impressive panorama<\/strong> and probably<\/strong> the most famous natural beauty<\/strong>, the Pointe du Raz<\/strong>, await you. The lighthouse rises about 70m high from the Atlantic Ocean, a true masterpiece of nature and popular photo subject. Along the way, you will find breathtaking rocky coastline and colorful heath landscapes<\/strong> on numerous walking and hiking trails. Numerous bird species<\/strong> have found a habitat here at the Cape, including the famous black-headed gull.<\/strong> The bird sanctuary at Cap Sizun<\/strong> is not to be missed. Binoculars are available to observe kittiwakes, guillemots and petrels on a circular walk. By the way, from Point du Van<\/strong>, further north, you have a fantastic view of Pointe du Raz.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The Breton Caribbean<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

The Gl\u00e9nan Islands<\/h3><\/div>

Do you love turquoise waters and snow-white sandy beaches? No, we don’t mean the Caribbean, but the Gl\u00e9nan Islands<\/strong>, which is often called the Breton Caribbean<\/strong>. Whether you sail<\/strong> there yourself, rent<\/strong> a motorboat<\/strong> or visit the islands with a local provider<\/strong>, this trip is definitely worthwhile! In July and August, boats depart daily<\/strong> from Port-La-For\u00eat, from B\u00e9nodet and Concarneau from April to October. The tourist office in La Foret-Fouesnant will be happy to provide you with information.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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B\u00e9nodet – Where the Odet flows into the sea<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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View to the long dune in front of the lagoon<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

B\u00e9nodet<\/h3><\/div>

The neighboring resort of B\u00e9nodet<\/strong> is definitely worth a visit. There, where the Odet River flows into the sea, the wealthy class was already bathing at the beginning of the 19th century. Today you will find beautiful white sandy beaches<\/strong>, a lagoon with a dune<\/strong> and the Thalasso center<\/strong> with a warm sea bath. Stroll leisurely along the coast or in the marina, visit the casino<\/strong> or the museum<\/strong>, or take boat trips on<\/strong> the Odet or to the Gl\u00e9nan Islands.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The fortified town of Concarneau<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Concarneau<\/h3><\/div>

A city where it is good to live. Surrounded by fortress walls<\/strong>, there are always new views around the third largest fishing port in France. Be sure to visit the fish auction hall<\/strong>. Also the
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The picturesque village of Pont-Aven<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Pont-Aven<\/h3><\/div>

Pont-Aven used to be an important trading port. The beautiful villas in the harbor area<\/strong> still bear witness to this time. In the 19th century, many famous painters<\/strong> were attracted to this idyllic village of Pont-Aven and turned it into an artists’ town<\/strong>. More than 60 galleries and artists’ studios<\/strong> are now located here. Romantic are the picturesque streets and paths<\/strong> along the course of the stream Aven with old mills<\/strong> and beautiful bridges<\/strong>. Famous is the local bisquiterie Traou Mad<\/strong>, whose Breton specialties in colorful bisquit tins can<\/strong> be found everywhere in Brittany. Be<\/strong> sure to try the galettes au beur<\/strong> re!<\/p>\n<\/div>

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A city full of flowers and bridges<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Quimper – the capital of Finist\u00e8re<\/h3><\/div>

The capital of the Finist\u00e8re region<\/strong> is located at the confluence of the Odet and Steir<\/strong> rivers and can be reached in just 15 minutes by car from La Foret-Fouesnant. Stroll leisurely through the historic old town<\/strong> with its three old centers, where half-timbered houses and cobblestone streets take you back to original times. Visit the magnificent gardens<\/strong> in the city and enjoy the numerous bridges<\/strong> and paths decorated with flowers<\/strong>. One of the most beautiful works of Gothic architecture is the Cathedral of Saint-Corentin <\/strong> with its 76m high towers. In the Locmaria<\/strong> neighborhood you will find the Fa\u00efencerie de Quimper earthenware factory<\/strong> and the Museum Des Beaux Arts<\/strong> is one of the richest in France. The diverse Breton local history museum Mus\u00e9e Bre<\/strong> ton in the old bishop’s palace is also worth a visit.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Quimper – a day of shopping in the flowery capital of the region<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Links from regional websites<\/h2><\/div>

We’ve put together a few good links to regional websites for you. Here you can get more detailed information about the region.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Brittany<\/h3><\/div>

This website was created in collaboration with all Breton tourism partners. It gives you a good overview of different regions, destinations, cities, islands or sights.<\/p>\n<\/div>