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The islands de Bretagne

Discover the islands near La Forêt-Fouesnant.

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#1 The Glénan archipelago, Fouesnant

The Glénan archipelago is a veritable paradise off the coast of Brittany, with its turquoise waters and fine sandy beaches. With its unspoilt nature, sailing and diving, each island invites you to escape and relax. This group of islets offers a unique setting for admiring the fauna, enjoying water sports or simply taking in the calm and beauty of an exceptional seascape.

#2 The Isle of Sein

The island of Sein, the pearl of Brittany off the coast of Finistère, charms with its authenticity and unique island life. Its low-slung houses, coastal paths and windswept landscapes invite you to discover and contemplate. Between preserved nature, maritime traditions and encounters with its inhabitants, the Ile de Sein offers an authentic Breton experience, far from time, to the rhythm of the sea and the wind.

#3 Molène and Ouessant

The islands of Molène and Ouessant, off the coast of Finistère, offer wild, unspoilt landscapes of cliffs, moorland and beaches. Rich in maritime heritage and local traditions, they are ideal for hiking, wildlife watching and discovering authentic villages. With their unspoilt nature, iconic lighthouses and island atmosphere, these islands promise a timeless Breton getaway, where sea and wind punctuate every day.

#4 The island of Groix

The island of Groix, off the coast of Lorient, boasts fine sandy beaches, cliffs and picturesque villages. A land of maritime traditions and unspoilt nature, it’s an ideal place for hiking, cycling and discovering its unique flora and fauna. With its mix of relaxation, water sports and authentic Breton lifestyle, Groix is the ideal setting for a rejuvenating, timeless break.

#5 Mousterlin Marsh Fouesnant

Belle-Île-en-Mer, the jewel in Brittany’s crown, enchants visitors with its majestic cliffs, fine sandy beaches and colourful villages. With its coastal paths, water sports and preserved heritage, the island is an invitation to discover and relax. Here, nature, culture and traditions come together to offer a unique getaway, where every panorama, every cove and every alleyway tells the story of Brittany’s authentic, untamed soul.

#6 The Islands of the Gulf of Morbihan

The islands of the Golfe du Morbihan, little pearls in the heart of a Breton lagoon, captivate visitors with their varied landscapes and rich heritage. Between picturesque villages, coastal paths and water sports, each island offers a unique experience. Unspoilt nature, local traditions and enchanting panoramas combine to invite you to discover and relax, in an intimate and authentically Breton setting.

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