Chateau de Keriolet
Concarneau
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
Maison de Mégalithes
Carnac
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
Maison des Johnnies
Roscoff
tracing the history of the local onion farmers, known as 'Johnnies' with photographs illustrating the story. Guided tour only
citadelle Vauban & Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
Belle-Île-en-Mer
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
Fort National
Saint Malo
a form er prison built by Vauban in the late seventeenth century and can be accessed at low tide.
Musée de la Marine
Brest
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
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Quimper
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
La Maison de la Duchesse Anne
Morlaix
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