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The most beautiful places of the Breton Riviera

Discover our selection of 10 exceptional sites to make the most of your stay on the Breton Riviera.

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#1 The Glénan archipelago, Fouesnant

The Glénan archipelago, located off the coast of Fouesnant in Brittany, is a real jewel with the air of a lagoon. Made up of several islets with white sandy beaches and turquoise waters, it offers an unspoilt natural setting, ideal for relaxation, swimming and water sports. Classified as a remarkable natural site, the Glénan Islands are captivating for their wild beauty and unique atmosphere.

#2 Bénodet the seaside resort

Nestling at the mouth of the River Odet, Bénodet is a jewel in the crown of South Finistère, renowned for its fine sandy beaches, marina and promenades overlooking the Glénan archipelago. This elegant seaside resort combines relaxation, well-being and discovery, with its casino, thalassotherapy centre and coastal paths. Bénodet is just as much a magnet for idleness as it is for nature lovers and seafaring enthusiasts.

#3 Fouesnant and its 3 points

Fouesnant offers 15km of white sandy beaches, unspoilt coves and the turquoise lagoon of the Glénan archipelago. With walks through its apple orchards, tastings of its famous PDO cider and hikes along the GR34, Fouesnant combines nature, heritage and the Breton way of life.

#4 Saint Evarzec

Situated between Quimper and the beaches of the Breton Riviera, Saint-Évarzec has a bucolic setting and a rich heritage. The commune offers many beautiful walks through its undulating bocage, woods and streams. Among its treasures is Saint-Primel church, dating from the XVIᵉ century, which houses a relic of the Holy Cross. Nature lovers will appreciate the Kerhuel menhir, a witness to local Neolithic history. Saint-Évarzec is the ideal starting point for exploring the Breton countryside.

#5 Gouesnac'h

Gouesnac’h, the jewel in the crown of the Breton Riviera, stretches along the Odet for almost 14 km, combining a gentle way of life with unspoilt nature. You’ll discover quiet little harbours like Pors-Guen, Pors-Meillou and Pors-Keraign, a Saint-Cadou chapel dating from 1578, Saint-Pierre church and Penfrat castle. The botanical trail at Pors Garo invites you to take a sensory walk where each species of plant is revealed.

#6 Pleuven

Pleuven, located between Quimper and Fouesnant, is an attractive commune with an authentic, well-preserved natural heritage. Visitors can discover the Styvel wash-house and the Moulin du Pont. The Vallée du Prajou trail takes you deep into the Pleuvenno countryside, winding through sunken lanes and pastoral landscapes. In the heart of the village, a remarkable pedunculate oak, between 500 and 800 years old, bears witness to the local history.

#7 Clohars Fouesnant

Clohars-Fouesnant, located between Quimper and Fouesnant, is a Breton commune with a rich heritage and landscape. It is home to the church of Saint-Hilaire, the chapel of Drennec with its fountain, and the manor house of Squividan. The commune also offers cultural activities and open-air concerts during the summer.

#8 La Forêt-Fouesnant

La Forêt-Fouesnant, the jewel in the crown of the Breton Riviera, has an authentic, unspoilt natural setting. The picturesque old port, the marina of Port-la-Forêt, the GR®34 coastal path, the sheltered beach and the coves of Penfoulic, La Forêt and Saint Laurent offer an immersion in the beauty of Brittany. The commune invites you to relax, stroll and discover its rich heritage.