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The Medieval Town of Quimper France



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Quimper


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.

It also has some of the best crepes [ buckwheat pancakes ] in France washed down with the local cider.

The medieval part of the town Vieux Quimper is mainly traffic free. The streets are full of half timbered houses and shops.

River in Quimper

Quimper river picture

A narrow street in the town


Quimper street picture

Place to visit are the Gothic style Cathedral of Saint-Corentin.

There are several different boat trips down the rivers. We tried the one down to Benodet on the coast. The trips are run June to September.

The Castle of Lanniron 2 miles outside town near Odet is worth a visit. It was the residence of the bishops of Quimper very nice gardens

About 10 miles out of town are some of the best beaches of Southern Finistere


The Local hotels


hotel Jerzual Dinan picture 3 Try this hotel

This modern hotel is situated just a short distance from Quimper historic town center with easy access to the beautiful Breton coastline. All rooms are air conditioned and well equipped

the Hotel Oceania




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