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

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

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

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

the visit includes a short documentary explaining the oyster farmers' work, followed by a visit to the sorting and packing workshops

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

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

learn about local seaweed harvesting which also organises guided walks and gives regular free lectures