Brittany Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities Guide

recommended places to visit and things to do throughout Brittany


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set in the grounds of the Champs Libres, highlighting all things cultural and historical associated with Brittany with interactive displays and themed exhibitions

Chateau de Keriolet

Concarneau

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dating from the 13th Century, but re-built in the 19th to provide an exquisite example of Empire architecture with intriguing Russian connections revealed during the tour

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a combined ticket allows the visitor to enter both properties. The museum showcases the local history and archaeology and the house is a beautifully restored half-timbered example dating back to the 16th Century

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detailing the importance of the Pont Aven school of art, with many fine examples and a good resource library which is available to book in advance

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illustrating the local history through art from the 16th to the 20th Century, as well as the trade in fabric. There is also a reconstruction of an apothecary shop, detailing the concoctions that were used as medicines in earlier days

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highlighting the Pont-Aven School of art and with a room dedicated to 18th Century curiosities, this modern art gallery has a wide range of exhibits as well as family friendly activities

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head for the upper floors where there are good examples of the Pont Aven School and sketches by Picasso and a room dedicated to the poet Max Jacob who was born in Quimper

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a fine example of the architectural style ' a lanterne', the principal style of the 16th Century. The highlight is a staircase engraved with the faces of local patron saints

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with examples from the Barbizon School of Art and the Pont Aven School, both dating from the 19th Century, including examples of period sculpture and engravings