Concarneau

Discovering Concarneau, Finistère and the surrounding area

While its aura may not surpass that of Rennes or Brest, it is nonetheless a fashionable Breton destination. Here, people love to venture into the walled town to see the old chapel of the Trinit hospital and the characterful buildings on rue Vauban. In Concarneau, we recommend a visit to the Musée de la Pêche, which highlights fishing techniques from around the world and the lives of sailors in days gone by. Another jewel in the crown of the region's heritage is the Château de Keriolet, a neo-Gothic enclosure set high above the town. With children in tow, you can visit the Marinarium at the Concarneau marine station, home to some of the emblematic species of the Cornouaille coast. More importantly, a visit to the Marinarium will raise awareness of the need to protect the seas and oceans. By opting for a rental in Concarneau with a sea view, you'll be close to these attractive sites and will be able to explore the surrounding area with ease! These include the Pointe de Trévignon, whose wild landscapes leave no visitor indifferent, and Pont-Aven, the famous city of painters in Finistère.

Activities to discover near Concarneau

In the region, we never tire of contemplating the enchanting landscapes, and we also love having fun in these extraordinary environments. For those who have never experienced the pleasures of the water, we recommend optimist sailing, windsurfing or kayaking, which is popular in the Baie de la Forêt. And for the more inquisitive, take the plunge and discover the marvellous surrounding seabed by diving. For the more curious among you, we recommend exploring the Korvenn de la jument and the wreck of the Nomade, an hourglass that sank in 1961. Near your gîte or holiday home in Concarneau, you can also enjoy a game of padel, another racket sport that is becoming increasingly popular throughout France. If your weekend or holiday is all about lazing around, put your towel down on the Belle Etoile beach, with its small dunes, or the Kernous beach, which has the advantage of being very well sheltered. On the way home, try out some of the Finistère's most popular recipes, including those featuring spider crab and "étrille", for seafood lovers. All that's left for you to do is to set your sights on a mobile home, flat or other accommodation with the features that suit you (number of bedrooms, presence of a balcony, terrace or garden...).