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Breton gastronomy a treat for the taste buds

Discover our selection of local products to enjoy during your stay in Southern Brittany.


#1 Pancakes Fouesnant

– A protected natural site
– An endemic flower: the narcissus
– THE must-see nautical spot

#2 Seafood products extra fresh

Fish and seafood can be enjoyed at any time of year, with fish-ponds, fishermen and fishmongers supplying the freshest products and our restaurateurs serving up original recipes.

The best addresses:

  • Aux Viviers de Penfoulic
  • Les Viviers de La Forêt
  • Les poissons de Nicolas” fishmonger
  • the restaurants

#3 The cakes pure butter

Breton cakes are a firm favourite with food lovers. Bakers offer their specialities such as “kouign amann” and biscuit makers offer a wide range of home-made products.

#4 Cider and apple juice

The cider-makers of La Forêt-Fouesnant contribute to the national reputation of Cornouaille ciders. Thanks to an exceptional terroir and ancestral know-how, they produce ciders of the highest quality. Not forgetting the apple juice.

#5 The markets premises

A great way to find local produce.

Markets in La Forêt-Fouesnant :

  • Weekly market: every Sunday from 8am to 1pm, Place de la Baie
  • Summer market: every Tuesday from 6pm, Port-la-Forêt (marina)

#6 Local shops

– Lively little harbour in summer (fishing boats returning from the sea, speedboats leaving…)
– Starting point for coastal path walks
– A water sports spot: kayaking, paddle, diving…

#7 The restaurants

– One of the prettiest coves
– Shaded and protected from the winds
– A haven of peace

#8 Port La Forêt La Forêt-Fouesnant

– The Mecca of ocean racing
– The largest yachting harbour in Southern Brittany
– Departure point for cruises to the Glénan Islands

#10 L'anse Saint-Laurent La Forêt-Fouesnant

– A protected natural site
– A coastal path with sumptuous scenery
– One of the most beautiful walks in the destination

Find out more places to discover