Brittany,guide to the towns and villages of Brittany France

Brittany pics and guide of our recent visit. Facts about the Brittany towns and villages, markets and castles we visited on a recent trip.This was our second trip to Brittany there is so much to see. We will go back next year and visit more of the region.

These are the towns and villages we visited during our stay click the link to see the full details and photos

Cancale a busy tourist town on the Brittany coast about 10 miles fron St Malo.The oyster capital of Brittany lots of stalls selling seafood

Dinan is a old town centre with a modern town built round it.When you visit Brittany it should be at the top of your list of places to visit.For such a busy town you can park right in the centre.latest visit to Dinan See our Photo Gallery of Dinan

Dinard is a great little seaside resort with everything you need for a short break.It is in a good area for touring this part of Brittany. St Malo is 7 miles Dinan 15 miles.See our Photo Gallery of Dinard

Fougeres the town is a mixture of old and new.The old part is the bit to see with the largest castle in Europe.It is surrounded with narrow streets and old houses.The weekend street market is very good

Le Vivier sur Mer a small town on the coast about 10 miles from Mont Saint Michel.There are a few small B/B there plus a few shops. A nice place to pass an hour or two

Locronan is an old village about 5 miles from the coast and 10 miles from Quimper one of the larger towns in the area. During the summer months the village is very busy with tourist so get there early

Louvigne du Desert is an attractive small town just over the Normandy border about 10 miles from the town of Avranches. We found the town by chance when visiting the castle at Fougeres 7 miles away

Mont-Dol is a nice little village about 4 miles from the Brittany coast and 14 miles from the holiday resort of Cancale

St Malo is built on an island on the coast of Brittany and forms a natural harbour. The old citadel the Cathédrale St Vincent is the first thing you see coming in to the port. There is so much to see starting with the marina and the beach.Then the old part of town inside the walls with its narrow streets

Quimper is one of the oldest Breton towns in Brittany. The town is in a valley with two rivers flowing into it. The town is famous for its faïence earthenware pottery which attracts lots of tourists

Hotel Le Valmarin Saint Malo

Le Valmarin is a charming 18th-century Malouinière, enclosed in an exceptional, 3000 m² park, full of trees and colourful flowers. It is located 50 metres from the beaches of Saint-Malo.

All of the hotels guestrooms have been uniquely designed and combine the charm of yesterday with the comfort of today. They are spacious and cosy and promise a restful night.

Le Cézembre, a bar/tea room offers a convivial area to relax with a drink or a cocktail. In the winter months relax by the fireplace, or enjoy the peaceful park during the warmer months.

Hotel Le Valmarin Saint Malo

If you want a cottage holiday in Brittany

Try this Gite in Pléboulle, near to the popular seaside resort of Dinard

Brittany gite to rent

This pretty detached cottage has its large living/dining room around the fireplace with a view of the garden.

Quiet and peaceful for resting, walking, cycling or swimming. Located in the little village of Pléboulle 2km from the ocean and the beaches, with all facilities nearby, with the well known Cap Fréhel and its beautiful cliffs only 11km as is the Fort la Latte. Cast-le-Guildo with its 7 sandy beaches as well as the Pointe de St Cast are 12km. Historical Dinan, Dinard and St. Malo with museums, great shopping and restaurants are only 30km. St Brieuc with its cathedral, medieval port and fishing harbour is only 40km.

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Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel Paris

Recently renovated, the Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel is situated in Paris? theater district.

A number of department stores as well as galleries and attractions are just steps from this beautiful hotel in Paris.

From Charles de Gaulle airport, it takes about 30 minutes by car to reach the hotel.

Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel Paris

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Le Meridien Hotel Nice

The Le Meridien Hotel Nice is located in the city of Nice.

This hotel is situated right over the Baie des Anges and the Mediterranean Sea and is nearby landmarks like the Acropolis Convention Center.

There is also a private beach across the way, as well as a nearby casino, Casino Ruhl. The Le Meridien Hotel Nice can be found at 1 Promenade des Anglais in Nice, the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur of France.

This hotel is only six kilometers from the nearest airport.

Le Meridien Hotel Nice

A gite for rent in Brissac-Quincé, nr. Angers

Loire gite France

This superb detached cottage, overlooking vineyards has an excellent interior decor and an enclosed private garden. Situated in the beautiful Loire with superb views the property is in a fantastic area with châteaux, wine tasting and museums and the culture city Angers 7.5 miles (12km) away.

Relax in this tranquil setting or stroll around the château in Brissac, with its own weekly market. Golf and fishing available as well as walking, cycling and horse riding, and many other activities. Shops 1.25 miles (2km), café/bar and restaurant 0.75 miles.