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City break in Brittany. Active leisure ideas for Brittany - attractions, recreation and nightlife

One of the main attractive features of Bretagne is an abundance of beautiful beaches; the mild climate makes the region an ideal place for water sports and beach holidays. The coast region is occupied by beautiful beaches and secluded coves that will please fans of quiet rest. It should be noted that Bretagne is characterized by rather strong ebbs and floods. Vacationers prefer enjoying water activities during high tide and low tide is a great time to collect seashells and crabs thrown to the shore.
Guide to Brittany sightseeing - things to see and to visit
Bretagne is located in north-western France on the vast peninsula between the English Channel and the Bay of Biscay. Its unique climate, beautiful scenery and an abundance of remarkable … Open
Tourists preferring to combine relaxation and wellness treatments are attracted by the Gulf of Morbihan. There is a huge amount of thalassotherapy centers in it keeping world-class wellness standards. There are luxury spas, huge swimming pools with healing water and lots of nice places to stay in all centers.
Belle-Ile-en-Mer is particularly noteworthy and picturesque; fans of active pastime would love this island. Here is everything you need for an exciting and diverse holiday: beautiful beaches and an abundance of interesting hiking trails, interesting attractions and restaurants to dine. Shoppers and hikers would like Vannes; it is top of the region by the number of trade stands and restaurants. Talking about natural landmarks it’s worth to mention Brocéliande Forest that is considered the most mysterious attraction of the region. According to local legends, it is the abode of Merlin; a lot of interesting and mysterious stories are associated with this forest. All attenders can appreciate the beauty of the nature reserve and its inherent mysterious atmosphere. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Cuisine of Brittany for gourmet with top restaurants and cafe
Bretagne is sometimes called ‘the land by the sea;’ the region owes its name due to the successful geographical location. However, its national cuisine is widely known not because of … Open
Travelers preferring to devote a lot of time to entertainment are recommended to go to the capital. Rennes also differs with a good choice of shops, markets and bars, many of which are situated in beautiful historic buildings. Saint-Malo is a very pleasant place to stay. There are several beautiful parks and gardens in it, a walk through which will give a lot of impressions and will help distract from everyday hustle and bustle.
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Attractions and entertainment in France

France is incredibly popular with tourists not only because of its rich cultural history, but also picturesque landscapes, the possibility of free movement, the French Alps and numerous beach resorts attract travelers no less. Numerous routes for trekking and cycling routes have been laid across the country. Cycling is incredibly in demand. Not without reason, in France is the most famous cycling race in the world - the Tour de France. Off the coast of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, you can dive, surf, kite and do other water activities. Mountain Alpine peaks are the centers for mountaineering and alpine skiing. … Open
Reference information
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Brittany
♥   Regional Nature Park 'Golfe du Morbihan' , 72.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Marine National Park 'Port Launay' , 92.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Regional Nature Park 'Brière' , 105.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all pret-parks
Amusement parks near Brittany
♥   Amusement park 'Cobac Parc' Lanhélin, 85.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo

City break ideas for neighbours of Brittany

Brest
When it comes to cinemas, the most interesting program is shown by Cinéma Multiplexe Liberté - find time to visit this place, if you want to watch something fresh and new. All golf players will appreciate Swin Golf de Brest, a club that has always captivated ... Open »
Nantes
The village is known for plenty of natural attractions and is of great popularity among fishing fans. Night entertainment fans will discover a wide choice of excellent bars, night clubs and dance floors. The entertaining establishments of the city offer its visitors ... Open »
Laval
A visit to the Cosmodome science center promises to become one of the most original entertainments. It is a thematic museum dedicated to the history of space exploration. However, it is designed more like an original entertainment center, as most of its exhibits are ... Open »
Angers
The Les Berthom Bar is a fantastic place to relax in a stylish and intimate atmosphere. This bar has an industrial design and offers an endless stock of different beers and signature cocktails. Les Berthom is very popular with local young people who make up the ... Open »
Normandy
Deauville is one of the most fashionable resorts in Normandy. You can meet famous musicians, actors and politicians in this region because of the annual large film festival which is held here. Perfectly clean streets, luxurious sports complexes and perfectly organized ... Open »
Le Mans
Not far from Le Mans, in a beautiful forest, you will find a wonderful rope town - Tépacap Le Mans, which is very popular among tourists with kids and thrill-seekers. They can enjoy the most incredible rides, all of them are equipped at a considerable height, among ... Open »
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