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

  • tourist railway
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  • seasonal opening
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  • history
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  • transport
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  • trains

the line runs from Piampol to Pontrieux with classic steam engines and period carriages following an attractive route through countryside and forest

  • archeological site
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  • seasonal opening
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  • guided tours
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  • walking

with a rooftop viewing platform overlooking the Menhir alignments, the museum explores the history of the site. Walking through the site is only permitted in the winter months

  • museum
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  • all-weather attraction
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  • shop
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  • archeology
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  • geology
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  • local history

a modern museum bringing to life the domestic side of neolithic history with well documented exhibits, including beautifully carved objects from around the region

  • place of worship
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  • seasonal opening
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  • café
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  • architecture
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  • history
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  • nature
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  • walking
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  • wildlife

an historic abbey that offers a glimpse into religious life in the Middle Ages, surrounded by gardens and providing tranquil walks in the luscious grounds

Fort National

Saint Malo

  • archeological site
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  • ruin
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  • seasonal opening
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  • guided tours
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  • archeology
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  • architecture
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  • history
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  • military history

a form er prison built by Vauban in the late seventeenth century and can be accessed at low tide.

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  • art
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  • poetry

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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  • family-friendly
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  • all-weather attraction
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  • open year round
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  • limited opening
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  • architecture
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  • furniture
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  • history
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  • military history

with interactive exhibits where visitors can experience wearing chain mail and the difficulties of hearing and seeing in medieval combat