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.You can visit the Earthenware Museum at 14 rue Jean-Baptiste-Bousquet about a mile from the city centre

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.

A narrow street in the town

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.Try this beach at Beg Meil

Quimper has a wide choice of places to eat you should be able to find

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a local map of Quimper to help you find your way round the city

The Local hotels in Quimper

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 include an en suite bathroom and satellite TV. Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service are also available.

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If you want to stay in Quimper there are plenty of hotels to try

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If you want a cottage holiday in Brittany

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

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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