Finistère must-sees

From Pont-Aven to Pointe du Raz, discover Quimper and its cathedral, Concarneau and its walled town, Locronan, Le Guilvinec, the Torche surf spot, Bénodet, the Glénan islands, and Sainte-Marine's charming port.

Concarneau
Concarneau walled town

Concarneau

Port city and former stronghold of Brittany, Concarneau has a rich architectural heritage. Sheltered by the walled town's fortifications, coastal fishermen unload their catch.

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Bénodet
Seaside resort par excellence

Bénodet

Casino, spa, cinema, cruises on the Odet or to the Glénan, strolls along the Corniche, lively port, restaurants, summer concerts...

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Pont-Aven
City of painters

Pont-Aven

Paul Gauguin stayed here and founded his school. Small town famous for its mills and port.

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Archipel des Glénan
The Breton Tahiti!

Archipel des Glénan

1h by boat from Bénodet and Sainte-Marine. Crystal waters, paradise for divers, walkers, sailors or simply lazing around.

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Locronan
Small town of character

Locronan

Stone village, medieval facades and alleys, old granite houses. A setting that has attracted many filmmakers.

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Pointe du Raz
Breathtaking view

Pointe du Raz

You'll feel at the end of the world! A spectacle of sea between cliffs and rocks, with the île de Sein in the distance.

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Sainte-Marine
Our little Breton port

Sainte-Marine

Stunning view of the port and colourful sailor's shelter. Long fine sand beach, water sports or relaxation. Walkable from the house.

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Quimper
Cité d'art et d'histoire

Quimper

Half-timbered houses, Odet river, Saint-Corentin cathedral, shopping and iconic cafés.

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Beg-Meil
Coves and beaches

Beg-Meil

Coves, pretty beaches, charming little port, walk along the coastal path to Cap Coz. Chic but very discreet seaside resort.

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Pointe de la Torche
Surfers' paradise

Pointe de la Torche

Windswept spot. Walkers and hikers are surprised by the beauty of the landscape. In spring, covered with daffodils.

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Le Guilvinec
Fish auction around 4:30 PM

Le Guilvinec

The spectacle of returning fishing boats. Wriggling langoustines, big-mouthed monkfish, scarlet scorpionfish... A must-see!

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Île-Tudy
Charming little port

Île-Tudy

Walkable from Kermor beach. Narrow flower-lined streets. Its cinema holds the record for the smallest projection booth in the world!

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Our favourites

Anne will be happy to share her addresses and tips.

Gastronomic restaurants
Dining near the house
A few treats
Where to have a drink
Markets

Indulge in the scents of cider, andouille sausage and crêpes.

  • Lundi Bénodet (8h–13h)
  • Mercredi Sainte-Marine (8h30–13h), Quimper
  • Jeudi Pont-l'Abbé (8h30–14h30, le plus grand du Pays Bigouden)
  • Vendredi Fouesnant (8h–13h), Concarneau (7h30–13h30)
  • Samedi Quimper (dès 4h30 aux Halles)
  • Dimanche La Forêt-Fouesnant (8h–13h)
My favourite beaches
  1. Beach of Kermor — Combrit
  2. Beach of Oiseaux — Beg-Meil
  3. Beach of Bot Conan — Fouesnant
  4. Beach of Kermil — Beg-Meil
  5. Beach of Cap Coz — Fouesnant
  6. Beach of Maner — Beg-Meil
  7. Beach of Guiriden — Îles Glénan
  8. Beach of Lodonnec — Loctudy
  9. Beach of la Torche — Plomeur
  10. Beach of Trez — Bénodet
And if it rains?

Coastal trails & walks

The GR34 trail runs past the house. Miles of discovery between land and sea.

Coastal trails of Sainte-Marine

Tour of Sainte-Marine

6 km 1h30 Easy
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Circuit along the port, the Abri du Marin (pink facade, 1910), the 16th-century Chapel, Kerobistin Park, Sainte-Marine Fort (1862, summer exhibitions), the coastal battery with panoramic ocean view, then 4 km of fine sand beaches to Île-Tudy. Start Place Grafenhausen.

GR34 Sainte-Marine — Bénodet

7 km 2h Easy
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The famous coastguards' trail runs along the Odet estuary between Sainte-Marine and Bénodet, passing under Pont de Cornouaille. Stunning estuary views. 5-minute return possible via the P'tit Bac ferry (every 30 min in season, pedestrians and bikes).

Countryside, polder and Île-Tudy beach

10 km 2h30 Moderate
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Loop around Île-Tudy, once an island, now a peninsula since the Kermor dyke in 1853. Coastal path, village streets, Pointe garden (view of Loctudy), port, polder and Roscanvel nature reserve. Start Kermor beach car park.

Between woods and the Odet river

12 km 3h Easy
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Shaded path along the Odet, considered France's most beautiful river. Castles and manors on the banks, Roscourée woods. Pleasant forest trails and river views. Start at the Pont de Cornouaille large car park. Total elevation: 163 m.

Nature and remarkable gardens

Remarkable gardens of Finistère

Parc Botanique de Cornouaille

5 min

4 ha, 3,500 varieties, Remarkable Garden

Domaine de Boutiguery

Rhododendrons and azaleas, 20 ha

Bois de Roscoure

Combrit (5 min)

Forest and paths

Jardin de la Retraite

Quimper

Exotic plants, palm grove

4 courses nearby

Golf Blue Green de l'Odet

18 holes, Bénodet

Golf de Cornouaille

18 holes, Glénan panorama

Golf de Kerbernez

9 holes, Plomelin

Golf de Lanniron

9 holes, Quimper

Golf in Cornouaille

The sea at your fingertips

Sailing, kayak, paddle, cruises... enjoy the Finistère coast.

Centre Nautique de Sainte-Marine

Centre Nautique de Sainte-Marine

Sailing, catamaran, kayak, paddle, wingfoil, boat licence. Courses from age 4. Kerobistin Park.

02 98 56 48 64

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Vedettes de l'Odet

Vedettes de l'Odet

Cruises to the Glénan (1h), up the Odet to Quimper, Concarneau bay. Glass-bottom catamaran.

02 98 57 00 58

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P'tit Bac & Plages

P'tit Bac & Plages

Sainte-Marine ↔ Bénodet ferry in 5 min (every 30 min in season). 3.5 km of fine sand beaches.

Sainte-Marine webcam

See the live view from Sainte-Marine.

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