- Le Guilvinec has 2 large family beaches: the White Strike beach near Men Meur
and the Ster beach directly accessible on foot from the cottage.
- Loctudy also has beautiful fine sandy beaches such as the large Lodonnec beach which is more protected and ideal for swimming
safe with small children.
- Note that Langoz beach in Loctudy is supervised in season and is also accessible to the disabled.
- In the bay of Audierne, the huge beaches, the domain of surfers and kites, can be dangerous.
Swimming in complete safety must be done between the blue flags on the beach
at the first aid stations installed in season at La Torche and Tronoën.
The curious
- The Pont l'Abbé and Loctudy discovery circuits.
- The Kerazan manor,
- The Le Coeur shipyard in Lesconil.
- The bigouden museum of the Pont l'Abbé castle,
- The port of Guilvinec and its Haliotika museum
to discover the local fishing and the auction of the port.
- The Eckmühl
lighthouse and its lifeboat museum,
- The Tronoën chapel and its 15th century Calvary,
- The house of Bretons games for young and old
in Saint-Jean-Trolimon.
- Visit Ile-Tudy village by taking the ferry from the Loctudy marina.
- A photo rally or a treasure hunt to discover l'île Tudy, Pont-l'Abbé, Pont-Aven, Locronan... with
Les Archi Kurieux.
- the Bigouden South Country between Lesconil and Saint Guénolé has many Neolithic sites: menhirs, dolmens, covered alleys and alignments.
- the Bigouden South Country between Lesconil and Saint Guénolé has many Neolithic sites: menhirs, dolmens, covered alleys and alignments.
We have put together for you a discovery circuit by bike or by car of these vestiges of the past.
- The archaeological site of
Menez-Dregan
in the north of the Pays Bigouden will make you discover a major Paleolithic site with an occupation dating back to -465,000 years and one of the oldest traces
of fireplaces and use of fire in Europe.
- Nearby, you can also discover the beautiful covered alley of Pors Poulhan as well as the Neolithic necropolis of the Pointe du Souc\’h, listed as a Historic Monument.
Quimper: Heart of Cornwall
- Stroll along the banks of the Odet and discover the old streets of Quimper with its half-timbered houses and its Gothic Saint Corentin cathedral,
- A guided tour is organized by the Quimper tourist office,
- Discover the popular arts and traditions by visiting the departmental Breton museum without forgetting the museum of fine arts
link,
- In Locmaria, Breton art is highlighted with the famous Henriot
earthenware and the embroidery of Pascal Jaouen.
- Immerse yourself in Breton folklore during the Cornwall festival
by the end of July with its groups of Breton dances and music until the end of the night.
Gourmands
- The Pont l'Abbé biscuit factory link
with its Breton cake specialties such as Kouign-Amann.
- The Kerné cider house link
and its small museum dedicated to cider.
- the Hénaff pâté house link in Pouldreuzic.
- The visit of the la Compagnie Bretonne,
cannery of Saint Guénolé where you can taste delicious fish recipes.
- "Super food from the sea" our seaweeds are treasures to cook - store at Marinoé in Lesconil.
On vacation without my car
- We have put together a program of several days for you to do without a car
link.
- From Quimper train station, bus 56-AB
link
, Kerléguer bus stop, drops you off 100 m from the house.
- There are also regular air connections to Quimper or Brest.
- Bike rental in Guilvinec link for your trips.
The cylists
- The bike route N ° 5 of Brittany entitled "The coastline by bike, from Roscoff to Saint-Nazaire"
link
passes near the house along the beach. You can follow it from Pont-l'Abbé to Audierne bay.
It takes quiet little roads and a greenway (old railway line) between Guilvinec and Saint Guénolé.
- The ferries between Loctudy and Ile Tudy then between Sainte Marine and Bénodet are accessible with bikes.
- Possibility to rent bikes in Guilvinec for all the family.
- The GR 34
coastal long-distance path passes near by Brise Océane. The opportunity to make pretty walks for everyone by walking away from the house.
- From the house, marked coastal paths will lead you either towards Lesconil or towards the lighthouse of Penmarc'h and Saint Guénolé.
- Walk towards Loctudy and Pont L'Abbé along the river.
- Take the ferry at Loctudy marina to visit Ile-Tudy.
- Loan of walking maps and guides.
- Beaches like the Pont l'Abbé river and the Ster river in Lesconil offer the possibility of observing birds up close.
- We lend binoculars and nature guides to make the most of it.
- Discovery of the fauna, flora and dune landscapes of Audierne Bay
link.
- Several circuits are available from the house.
- The seaside, the Pont l'Abbé and Lesconil rivers, as many opportunities to discover chapels, fountains, dolmens and menhirs by the waysides.
- Discover the Pont l'Abbé river link
or on the Odet link.
- Go meet gray seals in a sea kayak off the Guilvinec
link (reservation required).
- Beginner or initiated, the Bigouden’spot pass
is for you. It allows you to discover many nautical activities at reduced prices.
- Map of participating sites here.
- You can practice water walking along the beaches of the country Bigouden Sud.
- Details and reservation on lien.
Surf
- At 20 km, the Pointe de la Torche is renowned for its spot and its surf and kite surf schools.
- Courses and equipment rental are possible on site
link and link.
- You can also learn sand yachting on the large expanses of sand in Audierne Bay.
- Beginner or initiated, the Bigouden’spot pass
is for you. It allows you to discover many nautical activities at reduced prices.
- Map of participating sites here.
Sailing
- Sailing course or rental of a sailboat at the Langoz nautical circle in Loctudy
link, of Lesconil
link
or at the Guilvinec lien to learn or to improve.
- Beginner or initiated, the Bigouden’spot pass
is for you. It allows you to discover many nautical activities at reduced prices.
- Map of participating sites here.
Churches and chapels
Many churches and chapels to discover in this corner of the Pays Bigouden, for example:
- l'église des Carmes à Pont l'Abbé.
- l'église romane du 11° siècle à Loctudy.
- la chapelle Saint Tremeur.
- l'église Saint Nona de Penmarc'h.
- la chapelle de la Madeleine près du site de la Torche.
- la chappelle Notre-Dame de la Joie à Saint Guénolé.
- Come and participate in a Fest-Noz, this typical Breton "night party" with its meal animated by sea songs followed by a ball where various groups of folk musicians will introduce you to the traditional dances of the region.
- The calendar of events is available on the Tamm Kreiz website
And a little further...
- The port-museum of Douarnenez.
- The typical village of Locronan,
- The exceptional setting of the pointe du Raz,
- The walled city of Concarneau,
- The pretty village of Pont- Aven and its museum
presenting works from "Pont-Aven school".
- In Brest, a unique trip to the heart of the oceans at the Oceanopolis site.
- In Lorient, the City of Sailing for a discovery (with the family)
from sailing in the wake of Eric Tabarly and ocean racing.
Recommended activity for children
at the first aid stations installed in season at La Torche and Tronoën.
