Historic Brittany

The British Isles have a strong connection to Brittany. Many immigrants from Wales, Ireland and Southern England settled on the peninsula. You can see throughout Brittany the influences of Celtic culture in the music, architecture and Breton language.


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  • Fort La Latte

    Fort La Latte

    Fort la Latte and Cap Fréhal have the most magnificent the views, which makes both attractions well worth the visit. Fort La Latte is open for tours and in the summer there are actors in period costume in mock battles.

    Around 40 minutes drive

  • St Malo

    St Malo

    St Malo is famous for it’s walled town and nautical history from the middle ages to the Second World war. Visiting the Fort National provides great views of the city and at low tide you can visit the island of Petit Bé.

    During WWII, the underground bunkers at the Fort of Aleth were extended and now houses the 39-45 memorial. Guided visits available.

    Around 20 minutes drive

  • Mont St Michel

    Mont St Michel

    A Benedictine abbey, built on rocks amongst sandbanks. Narrow streets wind their way up to a fantastic church with great views over the bay. Get there early to avoid the crowds.

    Around 40 minutes drive

  • Dinan at Christmas

    Dinan

    Cobbled streets and medieval houses are a main feature of the old part of Dinan. Take a walk down the very steep Rue Jerzual to the Port de Dinan alongside the River Rance.

    Every two years the town celebrates it medieval past with a pageant, the Fête des Remparts, and locals dress up in period costume.

    Around 10 minutes drive