Exploring French Brittany by car is a real treat.
Each stretch of its picture-postcard coastline boasts a unique beauty and personality. This tour along the coast of Brittany includes a wealth of hidden beaches, medieval villages, cities of Roman and medieval origin and some of the most spectacular scenery in France, such as the magical Mont Saint Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; the walled Ville Close in Concarneau; magnificent castles such as the Dukes of Brittany (Nantes); the impressive cathedrals of Vannes and Tréguier; and the stunning town walls of Dinan and Saint-Malo...
Former seat of the Duchy of Brittany and located on the Loire, the city of Nantes is the gateway to this exciting itinerary that hugs the coastline and combines rolling cliffs and wild waters with tranquil bays and stunning beaches. Ahead is a sublime coastline with ever-changing landscapes, full of unique spots such as Pointe du Raz, Cape Frehel, the Pink Granite Coast, the peninsulas of Crozon and Qiberon, and the Gulf of Morbihan. Brittany is also a land of deep-rooted Celtic culture, magical beings such as Merlin the magician, and an ancient past which is reflected in the megalithic sites of Carnac, prior to the pyramids of Egypt or Stonehenge. A land of inspiration for artists such as Gauguin, this French region is also known for its joie de vivre, its radiant light, delicious cuisine and beautiful and artistic places such as Pont-Avent. There are hundreds of reasons to explore the soul of Brittany. Choose yours.
