Brittany Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities Guide

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

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

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

the museum is set within the Hotel Citadelle Vauban and is open to the public. There are fine examples of period military artefacts and in the summer months there are evening performances depicting historical, military life

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

the museum is housed within the 13th Century fortified chateau de Brest. There are splendid views from the ramparts of the harbour and the naval base

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

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

consecrated in the 12th and 18th Centuries. During ferocious fighting in August 1944 it was badly bombed and consequently was re built and reconsecrated in 1971